Mutual Funds for Dummies - (For Dummies) 8th Edition by Eric Tyson (Paperback)

About the Book

"Newly revised and updated, Mutual Funds For Dummies, 8th Edition provides readers with insight on how to find the best-managed funds that match their financial goals. With straightforward advice and a plethora of specific and up-to-date fund recommendations, Eric Tyson helps readers avoid fund-investing pitfalls and maximize their chances of success."--

Book Synopsis

Build substantial wealth with mutual funds (and ETFs)!

Mutual funds and exchange-traded funds (ETFs) are great for professional management, diversification and liquidity into your portfolio, but what are the costs and risks? And how have the best investment strategies changed with the rise of robo-investing, ETFs, and new tax rules? Mutual Funds For Dummies answers all your questions, giving you insight on how to find the best-managed funds that match your financial goals.

With straightforward advice and plenty of specific fund recommendations, Eric Tyson helps you avoid fund-investing pitfalls and maximize your returns. This new edition covers the latest investment trends and philosophies, including factor investing, ESG investing, and online investing. You'll also find completely updated coverage on the best mutual funds and ETFs in each category.

Earn more with funds!

• Learn how mutual funds and ETFs work and determine how much of your portfolio to devote
• Weigh the pros and cons of funds, and use funds to help you pick your own stocks
• Make the most of online investing and other new technologies and trends
• Maximize your gains by choosing the funds and strategies that work for you

Mutual Funds For Dummies is a trusted resource, and this update has arrived to help you plan and implement a successful investment strategy. The fund market is rebounding--get on the train and take advantage of the opportunity today!

From the Back Cover

Sound investing and solid profits

Mutual funds and exchange-traded funds (ETFs) are popular for managing and diversifying portfolios of all sizes. Mutual Funds For Dummies is a trusted resource to help you build a successful fund investment strategy. This completely updated edition helps you take advantage of the fund market and brings you up to speed on the latest tax laws and funds. Find ways to fine tune your financial objectives and gather the tools to become a savvy fund investor. Discover how easy and lucrative it can be to invest in funds.

Inside...

• Funds vs individual stocks
• Understanding fund risks
• ETFs and hedge funds
• Choosing the best funds
• Designing a fund strategy
• Managing your portfolio
• Taxes and financial advisers
• Common mistakes to avoid

About the Author

Eric Tyson is the best-selling author of Personal Finance For Dummies, Investing For Dummies, and co-author of Real Estate Investing For Dummies and Taxes For Dummies. Tyson is a nationally recognized personal finance counselor, writer, and lecturer.