Investing For Dummies - Softcover

Tyson, Eric

Softcover

ISBN 10: 047090545X ISBN 13: 9780470905456

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons, 2011

Synopsis

Proven investing advice from Eric Tyson Investing For Dummies arms novice investors with Eric Tyson′s time–tested advice along with updates to his investing recommendations and strategies that reflect changing market conditions. You′ll get coverage of all aspects of investing, including how to develop and manage a portfolio; invest in stocks, bonds, mutual funds, and real estate; open a small business; and understand the critical tax implications of your investing decisions. This new and updated edition of Investing For Dummies provides a slow–and–steady–wins–the–race message and helps you overcome the fear and anxiety associated with recent economic events, no matter where you are in life — from men and women who are beginning to develop an investing plan or want to strengthen their existing investment portfolios, employees making decisions regarding investing in their company′s 401(k) plans or who need to roll them over when changing jobs, young adults who want to begin saving and investing as they land their first jobs, and baby–boomers seeking to shore up their nest eggs prior to retirement. Covers all aspects of investing, including how to develop and manage a portfolio Expanded and updated coverage on investing resources, retirement planning, tax laws, investment options, and real estate Time–tested advice and strategies from Eric Tyson, a nationally recognized personal finance counselor and bestselling author If you′re looking to get sound guidance and trusted investment strategies, Investing For Dummies sets you up to take control of your investment options.

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About the Author

Eric Tyson , MBA, is an internationally acclaimed and bestselling personal finance author, lecturer, and adviser. He is dedicated to teaching people to manage their money better and to successfully direct their own investments.

From the Back Cover

Get sound guidance and proven investing advice from Eric Tyson Investing For Dummies arms novice investors with Eric Tyson′s time–tested advice, recommendations, and the latest insights and strategies to wisely invest in today′s market. You′ll get coverage of all aspects of investing, including how to develop and manage a portfolio; invest in stocks, bonds, mutual funds, and real estate; open a small business; and understand the critical tax implications of your investing decisions. Investing 101 — get a crash course on what investments are, how each type is different from the others, and what you can reasonably expect to earn from them Get street smart (Wall Street, that is) — understand what the financial markets are, how you can participate in them without losing your head, and ways you can use them to start growing your fortune Be your own boss — discover the benefits of starting a small business or stay behind the scenes and try your hand at investing in someone else′s small venture Know your sources — find out why many investment "gurus" aren′t really experts and get a trusted list of resources and authorities worth listening to Open the book and find: Time–tested investment strategies Help on choosing investments that match your goals The 411 on investing in gold and commodities What economic indicators are (and how they work) How tax law changes affect your investment strategy Practical tips for investing in a down market Ways to overcome common psychological investment obstacles Learn to: Develop and manage a portfolio Invest in stocks, bonds, mutual funds, and real estate Open a small business

Edition details

• Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
• Publication date: 2011
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 047090545X
• ISBN 13: 9780470905456
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 6
• Number of pages: 432