Everyone should be able to access the financial markets, but most are so inundated by information that it seems hopelessly complicated and intimidating. The goal of this book is to simplify the process. While I try to teach individuals how to invest money by themselves or with the guidance of a financial planner or fee-only investment advisor, I realize that some of you may want to do your own research on the topic of investing in the financial markets. Where and how should you begin? I have provided a recommended list of books to start your quest to be an informed individual investor.
Oftentimes people are so excited to jump into the world of investing and learning about financial markets that they are exposed to too much information. Remember that the vast amount of information you see on financial news networks or read in financial publications is meant for institutional investors, hedge funds, asset managers, day traders, and speculators. Not the average retail investor like you. The news is talked about as if your entire portfolio might be affected if you do not act immediately.
How do you sort out all this information and daily bombardment? I provide you with this list as a start. If you take the time to read these books, you will have a solid foundation to understand investing and how the financial markets work. After you have read them, you can start learning about other topics. It will allow you to put news stories into context and hopefully eliminate much of the confusion.
Oftentimes people are so excited to jump into the world of investing and learning about financial markets that they are exposed to too much information. Remember that the vast amount of information you see on financial news networks or read in financial publications is meant for institutional investors, hedge funds, asset managers, day traders, and speculators. Not the average retail investor like you. The news is talked about as if your entire portfolio might be affected if you do not act immediately.
How do you sort out all this information and daily bombardment? I provide you with this list as a start. If you take the time to read these books, you will have a solid foundation to understand investing and how the financial markets work. After you have read them, you can start learning about other topics. It will allow you to put news stories into context and hopefully eliminate much of the confusion.
