Investing For Dummies, UK Edition - 2nd Edition by Tony Levene (Paperback)

Book Synopsis

Investing can be one of the quickest ways to make money, but if you think investing is only for the super-rich, think again. Whether you want to invest in shares, property, bonds or other assets, this friendly guide enables you to make sound and sensible investment choices - whatever your budget. So if you're looking to get a first foot on the ladder or want to add to a brimming portfolio, this edition provides you with the expert advice you need to make successful investments.

• Get started - take your first steps on the money trail with some investment basics

• Build your portfolio - follow expert advice on investment options

• Invest wisely - find out how to minimise the risk of investment gambles

• Look ahead - examine the markets to decide which investment will net you a fortune in the year ahead

• Broaden your horizons - start looking further afield and get the lowdown on exotic investments

Open the book and find:

• How to square off riskswith returns

• A step-by-step breakdown on how the stock market works

• A guide to banking on bonds

• Guidance on coping with the fallout of the financial crisis

• Up-to-date information on property and alternative investments

Learn to:

• Understand how the stock market works

• Recognise opportunities and spread your risks

• Build a successful investment portfolio

• Make the most of bonds, shares, property and hedge funds

About the Author

Tony Levene has been a journalist for some 35 years and writes on issues ranging from investment to consumer rights. He has worked for newspapers including The Guardian, The Sunday Times, Sunday Express, Daily Express, The Sun, Daily Star and Sunday Mirror. He has also published eight previous books on investment and financial issues.