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Investing for Dummies

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I bought this book after reading Mr Tysons first book on Personal Finance. This investing segment in the dummies serial takes the guesswork out of how to start investing. Like Personal Finance for dummies, this edition is also a easy read. I also strongly recommend "More Wealth without Risk" and "Financial Self Defense" for even more strategies on powerful investing. Read and grow rich!

Finally, an intelligent and honest investment book! After wasting time reading so many books that either don't give specifics or hype techniques to promote the author's own agenda, this book makes sense. It covers investing in the financial markets, real estate and small business since these are the three major ways people build wealth. In each of these areas, Tyson explains what to do and what not to do. As for saving money to invest, the reviewer above who queries what a person should do who needs 20K cash for a new car, Tyson's advice in his Personal Finance for Dummies book is don't buy such an expensive car - buy a good quality used car you can afford!

I bought this book thinking that it would be a very basic book that would teach about the world of investing. While the book does a spectacularly wonderful job at covering the basics, I also gained a number of powerful insights that I didn't from reading more "advanced" investing books. The discussion of how the financial markets work was a real eye opener as was the insight that many people who accumulate great wealth do so not through investing in stocks but through small business. With the U.S. stock market at such nose bleed high levels, that alternative makes sense to me! The author also clearly lays out the case against following market gurus predictions.

I have an MBA and a CPA and I have been underwhelmed by most investing books. This one was great. I was especially impressed at the coverage of the securities markets, real estate and small business issues, where Tyson points out that people can make really high returns (which is a pipe dream in the stock market). I also just read Tyson's Small Business for Dummies which he co-wrote and it's another must read for anyone planning to start a business or running a small business.

This book covers all the bases and provided lots of great insights and ideas. I actually read Eric Tyson's Mutual Fund for Dummies first which I also thought was excellent.

Covers traditional investments as well as real estate and small business. Coverage of online resources and software also was strong. Highly, highly recommended

I found the book to be quite helpful, however, there were some details he missed. Also, one concern I had was the overwhelming push toward Vanguard. I appreciate his enthusiasm for Vanguard, but when I contacted Vanguard to setup an account, their customer service was so delayed, unresponsive and disinterested that I chose not to do business with them. I found that a shock considering how much Tyson raves about Vanguard.

Incredible as it may sound "Investing for Dummies" was a real page-turner! I read the entire book in several hours and actually gained some useful investing information. I have since been able to make money in the three weeks since reading the book. The recommended "Dummies Approved" lists are a great resource. They act as good starting points for the novice to research investing ideas.

This book, written by Eric Tyson, MBA is a simplified reference book for all investors. Although this book is written most specifically for first-time or unitiated investors, it is a good all-around reference book for ALL investors. Most of his information is written in simple English and is very understandable. Although I don't agree with all of his opinions, you can safely make good money by following his advice. Covers all types of imaginable investments.

Rich Peternel, MBA ;

RPM Consultants, Inc.

This book is a great find for our new investment club. Many members are math- phobic, all are tired after a long day of work. The down-to-earth advice, objectivity (not a particular firm or product to push) and gentle humor are a welcome addition to our educational efforts. Jeanne B., Financial Partner, Heritage Investment Club, Vincennes, IN

Outstanding for anyone interested in taking control of their financial well-being.