The Complete Idiot's Guide to Investing like a Pro [Paperback]

Edward T. Koch (Author)

Book Description

Series: The Complete Idiot's Guide | Publication Date: March 23, 1999

You're no idiot, of course. You try to keep your credit card debt to a minimum, set aside a little money when you can for a rainy day, and even brown-bag it sometimes to keep your wallet lined with cash. But when it comes to taking that extra money and investing it, you feel like the safest place to put your cash is under your mattress. Don't stuff your Posturepedic just yet! The Complete Idiot's Guide to Investing Like a Pro gives you the expert information you need to make sense of the investing world and make your money work for you. In this Complete Idiot's Guide, you get:

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You're no idiot, of course. You try to keep your credit card debt to a minimum, set aside a little money when you can for a rainy day, and even brown-bag it sometimes to keep your wallet lined with cash. But when it comes to taking that extra money and investing it, you feel like the safest place to put your cash is under your mattress. Don't stuff your Posturepedic just yet! The Complete Idiot's Guide to Investing Like a Pro gives you the expert information you need to make sense of the investing world and make your money work for you. In this Complete Idiot's Guide, you get:

Product Details

• Paperback: 384 pages
• Publisher: Alpha; 1 edition (March 23, 1999)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0028620445
• ISBN-13: 978-0028620442
• Product Dimensions: 8.9 x 7.3 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.4 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,011,786 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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38 of 38 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars More than you'd think, November 21, 1999

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Mel (California, USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Complete Idiot's Guide to Investing like a Pro (Paperback)

This book had so much more than I thought it would. I expected it to just explained investings like the stock market. But it explained everything from stocks, bonds, commodities futures and options, CD's, mutual funds, IRA's, mortgages, all types of insurance, creditcards, taxes and so much more. It gave sound strategies for all of these. It also explained simple things that you think you know but don't realy do. Like just saving money is a form of tax free investment. And so many other down to earth and sound advise that realy works. I'll always keep this book near by for reference. I strongly recomend this book to anyone who is trying to streach and invest his money.

15 of 15 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Simple Explanations of Effective Investments, January 15, 2003

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David Bennett (United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The Complete Idiot's Guide to Investing like a Pro (Paperback)

Koch and DeSalvo have complied a comprehensive investment guide for the average person. Even those with financial experience who need information in a concise and user-friendly manner will benefit from owning this book. I am not ashamed to own "Idiot's" guides, simply because I have my own area of specialty, and do not have the time or will to specialize in every area in which I have a passing need or interest. This is where this book comes in, because most people don't have time to get a degree in finance or an investment license just to make their money grow.

This book covers the basics like investment risk tolerance, investment needs, and then covers ways to make more money available to invest. The authors point out that saving money is a form of tax-free investment. Then the authors discuss stocks, mutual funds, home ownership, saving for college, and reducing taxes. Finally they explore more risky investments like options and futures, as well as providing tips for online investing. The book has a few glossy pages, numerous charts and tables, and a glossary.

Overall, I recommend this book wholeheartedly. I knew nothing about investing until recently, and after I got my Series 7 license, I realized that this book had provided me with a strong background with which to begin studying. Honestly, after working with many financial planners, I think this book is probably more useful than many financial planners out there. While it won't make you an expert, it will provide the basic essential information the average beginning investor needs. Read this, and then move on to more advanced books, but all the while, start investing and making money.

22 of 24 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent, informative and easy to read., October 28, 1999

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This review is from: The Complete Idiot's Guide to Investing like a Pro (Paperback)

This book is perfect for anyone wanting to learn more about creating prosperity and building financial security. It's very educational, easy to understand, and has already helped me a lot. I'm telling all my friends about it and highly recommend it to anyone.