Smart Guide To Making Wise Investments

Smart Ways to develop confidence in investing-ideal for anyone feeling uneasy or nervous about putting hard-earned money at risk
Smart Advice on buying and selling, using a broker, and developing and tracking a portfolio
Smart Tips on how to make college savings, tax-free investments, and retirement plans work for you
Smart Ways to develop a sensible investment plan NOW to maximize savings and to minimize the financial demands of later years
Smart Advice on setting your financial goals, understanding the different investment choices and their risks, diversifying a portfolio, and maintaining a patient, long-term outlook
Smart Strategies to avoid the eight common investment mistakes, such as spending too quickly, investing too conservatively, and over-reacting to market fluctuations
Smart Tips on financing a college education, consulting financial professionals, tracking investments via the Internet, and planning for a comfortable retirement
Quick reading and easy referencing with a comprehensive index and loads of sidebars and tables

Gordon K. WIlliamson is an attorney and financial planner in La Jolla, California.

Why Invest?

The Basics of Bonds.

Trading Stocks.

Investing Through Mutual Funds.

Investing in Annuities.

Buying Real Estate and REITs.

Your Financial Plan.

Index.