The only three questions that count : investing by knowing what others don't by Kenneth L. Fisher (2007)The Only Three Questions That Count is the first book to show you how to think about investing for yourself and develop innovative ways to understand and profit from the markets. The only way to consistently beat the markets is by knowing something others don’t know. This book will show you how to do just that by using three simple questions. You’ll see why CNBC’s Mad Money host and money manager James J. Cramer says, "I believe that reading his book may be the single best thing you could do this year to make yourself a better investor. Book Description

The little book of value investing by Christopher H. Browne (2007)This follow-up to the national bestseller, "The Little Book That Beats the Market" introduces individual investors to the fundamentals of value investing--from the philosophy to the process--and shows them how to use this methodology to achieve exceptional returns in today's turbulent market.Syndetic Solutions, Inc. (View excerpt, summary, & reviews)

A random walk down Wall Street : the time-tested strategy for successful investing by Burton Gordon Malkiel (2007)This gimmick-free, irreverent, and vastly informative guide shows how to navigate the turbulence on Wall Street and beat the pros at their own game. Skilled at puncturing financial bubbles and other delusions of the Wall Street crowd, Burton G. Malkiel shows why a broad portfolio of stocks selected at random will match the performance of one carefully chosen by experts. Taking a shrewd look at the high-tech boom and its aftermath, Malkiel shows how to maximize gains and minimize losses in this era of electronic brokers, virtual gurus, and flashy investment vehicles. Learn how to analyze the potential returns, not only for stocks and bonds but for the full range of investment opportunities, from money market accounts and real estate investment trusts to insurance, home owning, and tangible assets like gold and collectibles. Decode the rating game for mutual funds and discover the unique advantages of index mutual funds over the wide range of riskier alternatives. And, in a special chapter appearing only in this paperback edition, tackle the tricky terrain of financial derivatives.Syndetic Solutions, Inc. (View excerpt, summary, & reviews)

The Bogleheads' guide to investing by Taylor Larrimore (2006)Within this easy-to-use, need-to-know, no-frills guide to building financial well-being is advice for long-term wealth creation and happiness, without all the worries and fuss of stock pickers and day traders.Syndetic Solutions, Inc. (View excerpt, summary, & reviews)

Investing for dummies by Eric Tyson (2006)Revised and updated to keep up with the rapidly changing world of investing, Investing For Dummies, Fourth Edition is back and more informative than ever. A Wall Street Journal bestseller, this friendly guide has helped tens of thousands of Americans get into stock investing without risking their shirts. This trustworthy, no-nonsense guide shows readers how to be their own investment expert-even in a down market-and helps them get the most from retirement accounts such as 401(k)s and IRAs. Readers will learn how to spot good and bad investments, how to tell hype from real information, how to maximize investment for college or other family expenses, and how to diversify their portfolio. Addressing the questions and concerns of both new and seasoned investors in a positive, straightforward manner, Eric Tyson offers the basic advice novices need and the expert analysis experienced investors rely on. Plus, expanded information on a number of topics is included, such as how to recognize good and bad investing environments; tips on evaluating individual securities; advice on port-folio risk allocation; new investment products on the market; and the evolution of the Internet as an investment tool. As always, the Fourth Edition updates all the new tax laws and regulations that affect investing, and keeps up with the latest in technology and online trading. Investing For Dummies, Fourth Edition offers tried-and-true advice that every investor can use.Publisher description (View excerpt, summary, & reviews)

How Buffett does it : 24 simple investing strategies from the world's greatest value investor by James Pardoe (2005)Warren Buffett's legendary patience and sound investment principles have helped him become one of the world's greatest investors, with a $40 billion fortune built solely on his market prowess. But what signs does he see that others miss? And more important, what can you do to follow Warren Buffett's path to financial and investment success? How Buffett Does It examines the Buffett record and paints a surprisingly clear picture of the beliefs and principles that make up that record. Drawing from Buffett's incredibly rich investment experience, this value-packed guide will show you how to follow his example to: Seize opportunities created by stock market folly, Avoid diversification, instead investing in a few enduring companies with predictable business models, Embrace bear markets, taking advantage of the opportunity they provide to "buy when everyone else is selling", Beware of hidden costs, meaning everything from commissions on active stock trading to high mutual fund fees, Invest in "old economy" businesses, "boring" companies that have been around for 50 years and will probably survive the next 50, Always search for value, looking for great businesses with great management, Keep your head at all times, recognizing that acting on emotion can kill a stock market portfolio. Virtually every Buffett principle came into play during the Internet stock bull market. Between mid-1998 and early-2000, as cautious veterans like Buffett were laughed at for missing the boat, Berkshire Hathaway shares lost more than half of their value. Still, Buffett refused to buy Internet stocks, quietly counseling patience, prudence, and long-term value. When the dust cleared, Buffett was right. Again. Warren Buffett believes that successful investing requires little more than quality research, common sense, and patience. How Buffett Does It shows you how to follow his lead and build a portfolio that is solid, easy to understand, and designed to provide you with tremendous long-term returns without the short-term headaches. Book jacket (View excerpt, summary, & reviews)

The Wall Street Journal complete money & investing guidebook by Dave Kansas (2005)A Wall Street Journal editor explains the history and structure of the stock market and the bond market, the role of the Federal Reserve in the U.S. economy, and how to evaluate stocks and mutual funds for trading. The end of each chapter suggests online resources and books for further reading.Annotation ©2006 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com) (View excerpt, summary, & reviews)

The future for investors : why the tried and true triumph over the bold and new by Jeremy J. Siegel (2005)Jeremy Siegel, one of the world's top investing experts, has taken a long, hard, and in-depth look at the market and the stocks that investors should acquire to build long-term wealth. His surprising finding is that the new technologies, expanding industries, and fast-growing countries that stockholders relentlessly seek in the market often lead to poor returns. In fact, growth itself can be an investment trap, luring investors into overpriced stocks and overly competitive industries. The Future for Investors shatters conventional wisdom and provides a framework for picking stocks that will be long-term winners. While technological innovation spurs economic growth, it has not been kind to investors. Instead, companies that have marketed tried-and-true products for decades in slow-growth or even declining industries have superior returns to firms that develop "the bold and the new." Industry sectors many regard as dinosaurs-railroads and oil companies, for example-have actually beat the market. Professor Siegel presents these strategies within the context of the coming shift in global economic power and the demographic age wave that will sweep the United States, Europe, and Japan. Contrary to the popular belief that these economic and demographic trends doom investors to poor returns, Professor Siegel explains the True New Economy and how to take advantage of the coming surge in invention, discovery, and economic growth. The faster the world changes, the more important it is for investors to heed the lessons of the past and find the tried-and-true companies that can help you beat the market and prosper in the years ahead. Book jacket. (View excerpt, summary, & reviews)

Becoming rich : the wealth-building secrets of the world's master investors, Buffett, Icahn, Soros by Mark Tier (2005)As Mark Tier demonstrates in this insightful book, the secrets that made Buffett, Icahn, and Soros the world's three richest investors turn out to be the same mental habits and strategies they all practice religiously. However, these are mental habits and strategies that fly in the face of Wall Street's conventional mind-set. Among them: Buffett, Icahn, and Soros do not diversify. When they buy, they buy as much as they can. They're not focused on the profits they expect to make. Going in, they're not investing for the money at all. They don't believe that big profits have to involve big risks. In fact, they're far more focused on not losing money than making it. Wall Street research reports? They never read them. They're not interested in what other people think. Indeed, Buffett says he only reads analyst reports when he needs a laugh. In Becoming Rich you can discover how the mental habits that guided your last investment decision stack up against those of Buffett, Icahn, and Soros. Then learn exactly what you need to do to adopt their wealth-building habits and strategies-and transform your own investment profits. Book jacket (View excerpt, summary, & reviews)

Someone will make money on your funds--why not you? : a better way to pick mutual and exchange-traded funds by Gary L. Gastineau (2005)This book is not primarily about the "why" of investing, but about the "how."Syndetic Solutions, Inc. (View excerpt, summary, & reviews)

The only investment guide you'll ever need by Andrew P. Tobias (2005)For more than twenty-five years, The Only Investment Guide You'll Ever Need has been a favorite finance guide, winning the allegiance of more than a million readers across America. Now this indispensable book has been fully updated and reorganized with an even more user-friendly design. Through concise, witty, and truly understandable tips and explanations, Andrew Tobias shows you how to make the most of your money-no matter how much or how little you have.Book jacket (View excerpt, summary, & reviews)

Morningstar guide to mutual funds : five-star strategies for success by Christine Benz (2005)Contents: Knowing what your fund owns -- Put performance in perspective -- Understanding the risks -- Getting to know your fund manager -- Keep a lid on costs -- Find the right core stock funds for you -- Move beyond the core: using specialized stock funds -- Find the right core bond fund for you -- Move beyond the core: using specialized bond funds -- Match your portfolio to your goals -- Put your portfolio plan in action -- Simplify your investment life -- Be savvy when seeking advice -- Schedue regular checkups -- Know when to sell -- Keep a cool head in turbulent markets. (View First Chapter/Excerpt)

The battle for the soul of capitalism by John C. Bogle (2005)"There is no one better qualified to tell us about the failures of the American financial system and the grotesque abuses that have taken place in recent years than John C. Bogle, founder and former chief executive of the Vanguard mutual fund group. This book tells much more than the story about what went wrong. More important, it tells why we lost our way and how we can right our course. The specific reforms Bogle advances in this book are practical and essential, as are his recommendations for assuring that investors receive their fair share of financial market returns."--BOOK JACKET (View excerpt, summary, & reviews)

Investing demystified by Paul Lim (2005)"Structured to let you cover every detail at your own speed, this easy-to-use guide shows you how to recognize and take advantage of profitable opportunities in everything from mutual funds to tax-free bonds to real estate. It includes market-proven tips and techniques, handy checklists, chapter-ending quizzes, and more."--BOOK JACKET (View excerpt, summary, & reviews)

Jim Cramer's real money : sane investing in an insane world by Jim Cramer (2005)How do we find hot stocks without getting burned? How do we fatten our portfolios and stay financially healthy? Former hedge-fund manager and longtime Wall Street commentator Jim Cramer explains how to invest wisely in chaotic times, and he does so in plain English in a style that is as much fun as investing is-or should be, when it's done right. For starters, Cramer recommends devoting a portion of your assets to speculation. Everyone wants to find the big winners that can bring outsized gains, and Cramer explains how to allocate your portfolio so that you can afford to take this kind of risk wisely. He explains why "buy and hold" is a losing philosophy: For Cramer, it's "buy and homework." If you can't spend an hour a week researching each of your stocks, then you should hand off your portfolio to a mutual fund-and Cramer identifies the very few mutual funds that he'd recommend. Cramer reveals his Ten Commandments of Trading (Commandment #5: Tips are for waiters). He explains why he's not afraid to compare investing to gambling (and tells you which book on gambling you should read to become a better investor). He discloses his Twenty-Five Rules of Investing (Rule #4: Look for broken stocks, not broken companies). Cramer shows how to compare stock prices in a way that you can understand, how to spot market tops and bottoms, how to know when to sell, how to rotate among cyclical stocks to catch the big moves, and much more. Jim Cramer's Real Money is filled with insider advice that really works, information that Cramer himself used to make millions during his fourteen-year career on Wall Street. Written in Cramer's distinctive turbocharged style, this is every investor's guide to what you really must know to make big money in the stock market. Book jacket (View excerpt, summary, & reviews)

How to select winning stocks by Paul Larson, editor (2005)Economic moats are long-term competitive advantages that allow companies to earn oversized profits over time. These are the companies you should focus your attention on. 3 Easy Steps to Better Stock Investing Lessons explain key stock investing concepts clearly and simply to help you learn quickly. Quizzes reinforce and build on what you learn. Worksheets let you put what you learn into practice immediately to improve your own investing. Morningstar Investing Workbook Series helps you build skills progressively at your own pace.Publisher Description

Yes, you can be a successful income investor! : reaching for yield in today's market by Benjamin Stein (2005)With the bursting of the stock market bubble, and after 13 rate cuts by the Federal Reserve, yields on CDs and money market funds tread at historic lows-a negative return after inflation. Gone are the days when investors could earn 5 percent interest, risk-free. With smaller savings coupled with lower returns on what savings remain, retirees and others living on fixed-income investments watch in horror as their income checks shrink with each passing month. However, there are investments that still earn a significant rate of return-and do so reliably and consistently. These fixed-income securities include bonds, real estate investment trusts, preferred stock, emerging market debt, and annuities, among others. They earn the kind of returns that baby boomers and the retirement community need in the same way they need to draw breath, yet hardly anyone knows anything about them. As 70 million Americans reach retirement age in the next 15 years, fixed-income investing will become a sociologically inevitable megatrend. Yes, You Can Be a Successful Income Investor! shows you how you can safely secure the highest possible yield from your savings, even in a treacherous investment environment. This book is a sightseeing tour bus, pointing out some of the lavish orchids you may wish to acquire for your garden, while steering you away from some of the tigers known to be man-eaters. Book jacket (View excerpt, summary, & reviews)

Standard & Poor's guide to money & investing by Virginia B. Morris (2005)"Guide to Money & Investing provides a clear and concise introduction to the financial markets, from raising capital to realizing return. It explains how traditional and alternative investments work, how they're valued, their potential risks, and the opportunities they offer for building a diversified portfolio."BOOK JACKET (View excerpt, summary, & reviews)

Bull's eye investing : targeting real returns in a smoke and mirrors market by John Mauldin (2004)A must-read investment roadmap to help investors target real returns in the market The era of buying and holding stocks is gone-and will not return for some time. Investors need to learn to target where the market is going to be, not where it has been. Knowing where the economy and markets are going is the key to successful investing in the future. Financial expert John Mauldin makes a powerful, almost irrefutable case regarding the future direction of the markets. He then details a new approach to investing that will allow readers to adjust to what he demonstrates is the new reality of investing. Investors need to become familiar with "absolute return" vehicles, including hedge funds, certain types of bonds, and other value-oriented investments, if they intend to make money and retire comfortably. Mauldin argues that traditional stock portfolios should not be the primary investment vehicle for individual investors. Indeed, he credibly argues they will be a disappointment, if not a disaster, over the next decade, mirroring the results of similarly difficult markets like the 1970s. He shows readers how they must look for other options and be wary of the marketing promises and data used by brokers and mutual funds to attract investors. Filled with in-depth insight, copious groundbreaking research and practical advice, Leading the Markets will help readers choose stable and secure investments that will enable them to profit in turbulent markets. John Mauldin (Richland Hills, TX) is President of Millennium Wave Investments. He has more than 20 years experience in the investment world, formerly serving as CEO of the American Bureau of Economic Research and was a partner in ProFutures Investments. He is a recognized investment expert, particularly on the subject of hedge funds, and is a frequent guest on financial television and radio, including CNBC and nationally syndicated financial radio shows. He is often quoted in the financial press and other financial newsletters, and is a frequent speaker at investment conferences. His own highly regarded e-letter, Thoughts from the Frontlines, goes to over 1.5 million readers each week.Publisher description

The five rules for successful stock investing : Morningstar's guide to building wealth and winning in the market by Pat Dorsey (2004)Over the Years, people from around the world have turned to Morningstar for strong, independent, and reliable advice. The Five Rules for Successful Stock Investing provides the kind of savvy financial guidance only a company like Morningstar could offer. Based on the philosophy that "investing should be fun, but not a game," this comprehensive guide will put even the most cautious investors back on the right track by helping them pick the right stocks, find great companies, and understand the driving forces behind different industries -- without paying too much for their investments. Written by Morningstar's Director of Stock Analysis, Pat Dorsey, The Five Rules for Successful Stock Investing includes unparalleled stock research and investment strategies covering a wide range of stock-related topics. Informative and highly accessible, The Five Rules for Successful Stock Investing should be required reading for anyone looking for the right investment opportunities in today's ever-changing market.Book jacket (View excerpt, summary, & reviews)

If not stocks, what? by Gene Walden (2004)For anxious stock market investors looking for alternative investments, this handbook offers a detailed look at the many vehicles available, reviewing what they are, how they work, what to look for when purchasing them, and hundreds of other details to simplify the diversification process. Syndetic Solutions, Inc. (View excerpt, summary, & reviews)

Hot commodities : how anyone can invest profitably in the world's best market by Jim Rogers (2004)Contents: The next new thing is-things -- "But..." -- Stepping up to commodities -- Stepping into the commodities markets -- Notes from the wild, wild east -- Goodbye, cheap oil -- Gold-mystique vs. fundamentals -- A heavy metal with the potential to be a high flier -- Searching for the next sugar high -- Can coffee perk up?

Trading for dummies by Michael Griffis (2004)When people think of stock trading, they often think of the glory days of the Internet, when stocks just kept going up and everyone seemed to be making a fortune. Since the bubble burst, many people are scared of investing in the stock market. Sure, stocks are risky-just like any other investment-but with the right knowledge and tactics, there's still money to be made. Trading For Dummies isn't about high-risk, fast-paced day trading. It's a simple, straightforward guide to the ins and outs of stock investing that offers a measured, level-headed approach to trading. You'll learn the basics of portfolio management, measuring stock value, market analysis, and much more-all with a focus on risk reduction and steady profits. Inside you'll learn how to: Understand market cycles Choose a great broker Master technical analysis Manage your risk exposure Build a balanced portfolio This friendly guide presents the kind of honest advice you won't find in the typical get-rich-quick books on trading. Full of practical tips and tactics-as well as hardnosed insider advice-this handy resource shows you how to build a strong, balanced, and profitable portfolio. Whether you want to save up for your retirement or pay for college, Trading For Dummies will show you how to: Prepare yourself with the right tools and information Develop your own custom trading strategy Analyze companies and stocks Understand all the exchanges and markets Understand broker fee structures Analyze market behavior Decipher income statements, balance sheets, and ratios Read charts and graphs Spot trends and profit from them This book has all the tools and honest advice novice stock traders need to get set-up quickly and safely. Basic strategies and stock valuation methodologies let you control your risk exposure and make wise decisions. Trading For Dummies includes everything new traders need with advice on every type of stock or derivative, every kind of trade, and every popular strategy.Syndetic Solutions, Inc. (View excerpt, summary, & reviews)

Stock market knowledge for all ages : answering The Standard & Poor's guide for the new investor by Nilus Mattive (2004)If you're like most people, you could do better when it comes to investing your money. The Standard & Poor's Guide for the New Investor shows you how to lay a solid investment foundation designed to become a lucrative, lifetime financial plan, all the while keeping enough money set aside to enjoy yourself along the way. It's never too late to begin managing your money more effectively. Wherever you are in your life and career, let The Standard & Poor's Guide for the New Investor show you how to get your arms around your finances today -- to start building a financially strong tomorrow.Book jacket (View excerpt, summary, & reviews)

The investors guide to technical analysis by Curt Renz (2004)Everything investors need to know to understand, utilize, and profit from the basic tools of technical analysis Technical analysis (TA) doesn't have to be difficult or intimidating. In fact, many TA tools are remarkably simple to use and have helped millions of individual investors dramatically improve their results. The Investor's Guide to Technical Analysis provides investors with practical strategies, cut-to-the-chase explanations, and detailed introductions to the basic tools and concepts of technical analysis. More than just an overview of technical analysis, this results-based book shows investors how to apply the most efficient and reliable TA tools to their investment programs and greatly increase both their confidence and their results. Straightforward examples and descriptions show investors of every type how to: Understand market cycles and their value in choosing optimal buy and sell points Identify and make use of basic indicators as well as sentiment indicators Use trend lines to accurately track market movement Publisher description

Mutual funds for dummies by Eric Tyson (2004)Sooner or later, we all need to plan for our financial futures. The rich can afford personal financial advisors to help them out — but what about the rest of us? Offering you instant diversification and low-cost access to some of the best money managers in the business, mutual funds are the great equalizers. The problem is, with 10,000 mutual funds to choose from, even experienced investors can suffer from information overload. To make them work for you, you need expert advice from someone who knows mutual funds inside and out and who understands how they can help you realize your unique financial goals. Mutual Funds For Dummies, 4th Edition is just the ticket. Written by leading financial journalist and author Eric Tyson, it cuts through mutual fund confusion and shows you how to make your money work harder for you.Publisher Description (View excerpt, summary, & reviews)

Fund your future : winning strategies for managing your mutual funds and 401(k) by Julie Stav (2004)Are you putting away enough money for the future? How is your 401(k) performing? How do you choose among the investment choices you are given? Is it better to buy individual stocks or mutual funds? Or should you invest in an IRA or in a two-year CD? And by the way, what the heck is an IRA or a mutual fund, anyway? Confusing? You bet! I'll show you how to accumulate a nest egg and how to make your nest egg last you for the rest of your life.Syndetic Solutions, Inc. (View excerpt, summary, & reviews)

Kiplinger's guide to investing success : making money today in stocks, bonds, mutual funds and real estate by Theodore J. Miller (2003)This book does not have the typical get-rich-quick spiel. It lays out easy-to-follow guidelines and gives practical advice on how to maintain your portfolio in a good or bad economy. Ted Miller walks the reader through various strategies, which can be followed by any individual regardless of occupation and economic background. Miller explains that whatever your ultimate investment goals are, there are still simple rules that need to be followed in order to bring you to that goal and "Kiplinger's Guide to Investing Success" is a convenient and easy-to-read compilation of those rules. Syndetic Solutions, Inc. (View excerpt, summary, & reviews)

The strategic bond investor : strategies and tools to unlock the power of the bond market by Anthony Crescenzi (2002)A dynamic, equity-style approach to investing in today's bond market "Tony Crescenzi knows bonds and his book proves it. From 'Fedspeak' to Treasury buybacks, The Strategic Bond Investor helps to explain the mysteries of the bond market and even offers tips on how to forecast interest rates. Sign me up—I can always learn something new!"—Bill Gross, Managing Director at Pacific Investment Management Company Bond investing can be every bit as exciting and profitable as "playing the stock market." The Strategic Bond Investor is the first book to approach fixed-income investing from an equity-style perspective. This fast-paced book provides readers with helpful tips, tools, and strategies for tracking market sentiment, spotting market extremes, analyzing volume and liquidity, and dozens of other techniques that were­­up until now­­limited primarily to the equity markets. The Strategic Bond Investor reveals a dramatic new approach for using bonds to balance portfolios while grabbing profit opportunities as they present themselves. It represents a new style of bond investing, bold yet risk-conscious, that is long overdue for today's transformed market environment. Investors looking to diversify their portfolios will discover: Key economic releases and how they influence bond prices Popular fixed-income portfolio management strategies Best-performing bonds in a variety of economic circumstances.Syndetic Solutions, Inc. (View excerpt, summary, & reviews)

How the stock market works by John M. Dalton (2001)How the Stock Market Works, the classic guide to the markets, has been thoroughly updated and expanded to reflect the latest changes, and features - A solid introduction to Wall Street for beginning financial professionals as well as individual investors. In it, John M. Dalton, formerly with the American Stock Exchange, explains the inner workings of the securities industry, including how a stock is brought to market (the initial public offering), who's who inside the brokerage firm, and the basics of back office operations. He also shows you how to decipher the financial press, how dividends and capital gains are taxed and their impact on your portfolio, and how to analyze your portfolio.Book jacket (View excerpt, summary, & reviews)