What's the difference between growth investing and value investing? How much risk is acceptable? Does anyone really read a prospectus? Even in the best economic conditions, investment decisions can be overwhelming. In a down economy, it can be downright frightening! But with this helpful guide, you'll learn to successfully navigate the financial markets with confidence.

Written by a seasoned investment advisor, this guide features:

Exchange-traded funds, the popular investing trend.
Step-by-step guidance for novice online investors.
Insider advice on choosing the right financial advisor.
How to minimize investing taxes ...and keep more profits
The best ways to profit in any economy

Completely updated to include the best ways to profit in a rocky economy, this easy-to-follow guide shows you how to build--and hold on to--personal wealth.

This edition includes completely new material on strategies to knock out debt and set realistic investment goals, tips for tracking the your investments, exchange-traded funds (ETFs), and green investing