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Lot of good advice. There is debate about where to start. I always start opposite the valve stem to allow the bead to drop into the center of the rim. When I get to the stem, I push it in to allow the bead to fit between the stem base and the rim. Works great.
New tires often are harder the first time and may require tire lever to get them on. After the initial stretch, it should go one without a problem as long as the bead is down in the center of the rim when you finish up. I agree with the pushing the tread over the rim and allowing the bead to pop on.