Description
Overview
Are you ready to take charge of your financial future? Introducing "Stock Investing 101," an essential guide for anyone looking to delve into the world of stock market investing with confidence and clarity. Authored by a seasoned expert, this book is independently published and meticulously crafted to cater to both beginners and those looking to refine their investment strategies. Released on January 21, 2021, this 186-page handbook is part of a comprehensive series dedicated to demystifying the complexities of stock investments.
Written in clear, accessible language, "Stock Investing 101" breaks down intricate financial concepts into digestible insights, making it an ideal companion for your investment journey. With an ISBN-13 of 979-8598275375 and neatly sized at 6 x 0.47 x 9 inches, this book is the perfect addition to your library, whether you’re at home or on the go. Its impressive 4.6-star rating from over 500 reviews underscores its value and reliability. Whether you’re planning for retirement or simply looking to grow your wealth, this book is your gateway to smart, informed investing.
Key Features
- Comprehensive Introduction to Stock Investing: Perfect for beginners, this book covers the fundamentals of stock market investing in an easy-to-understand format.
- Expert Insights: Authored by a seasoned investor, offering proven strategies and real-world examples to guide your investment decisions.
- Step-by-Step Guidance: Detailed instructions on how to evaluate stocks, manage portfolios, and navigate market trends.
- Focus on Retirement Planning: Special emphasis on using stock investments as a tool for retirement planning.
- User-Friendly Design: A compact, lightweight book that is easy to carry and read anywhere.
- Part of a Series: This book is part of the broader "Stock Investing 101" series, providing a well-rounded educational experience.
- Highly Rated: Boasting a 4.6 out of 5 stars from 523 customer reviews, reflecting its quality and effectiveness.
- Best Sellers Rank: Positioned at #118 in Retirement Planning and #133 in Stock Market Investing, showcasing its popularity and relevance.
Pros and Cons
Pros:
- In-depth Knowledge: Provides a thorough understanding of stock market fundamentals, ideal for novice investors.
- Clear Explanations: Complex concepts are broken down into simple, relatable language.
- Practical Advice: Offers actionable strategies that can be implemented immediately.
- Versatile Use: Suitable for various investment goals, including retirement planning.
- Positive Feedback: High customer satisfaction with numerous positive reviews.
Cons:
- Basic Content for Advanced Investors: Experienced investors may find some sections too simplistic.
- Limited Visuals: Primarily text-based with fewer charts and graphs compared to other investing guides.
- Not a Quick Read: Requires time and focus to fully grasp all concepts.
Why You’ll Love It
"Stock Investing 101" is more than just a book; it’s an invitation to transform your financial future. Whether you’re just starting out or seeking to refine your investment tactics, this guide offers a wealth of knowledge tailored to your needs. With its engaging writing style and practical insights, you’ll quickly gain the confidence to make informed investment decisions. Don’t miss the opportunity to empower yourself with the tools necessary to achieve financial independence. Dive into the world of stock investing today and unlock the potential of your financial future. Explore "Stock Investing 101" and embark on a journey toward smart, successful investing.
Vecinka –
Something For All Investors
I’ve read a lot of investing books over the years. I wanted to read this one because I’ve read other books by Freeman Publications in the past and wanted to see their “take” on a subject of interest to me – dividend investing. After reading it, I truly believe it would be a bargain at any price.Far too many so-called “investing” books are full of hype and fluff and are weak on actual content. It was a pleasant surprise to pick up a book that strikes a balance between readability and in-depth content.Like any other book, you should do your own due diligence and not just blindly implement the suggestions in the book. Since I haven’t yet started purchasing dividend stocks, I can’t test, recommend, or “prove” this, or any other, dividend stock investing system. What the book does, in my opinion, is give you ways you can evaluate dividend stocks to see if a particular stock is a good fit for your portfolio. In other words, sharing the “why” behind making certain picks can help you develop your own systems for choosing stocks. That, to me, is the real value of this book.I also think this is at the “advanced beginner” level; if you’ve never heard of dividend stock investing before, there may be some concepts you don’t understand. I also think that an Internet search for anything you don’t understand will quickly bring you up to speed, so if you are a beginner, just read the book near your computer (or if you’re reading the Kindle version, use the built-in search function) and you should be able to quickly understand the outlined concepts.There were a couple of things that I wouldn’t have done in the book:1. The author(s) did make some specific stock picks. I would not encourage you to buy any of these stocks (especially if you buy the book several years after publication). The value, in my eyes, of these “picks” is that they are the result of choices made using the various methods outlined in the book. I’d focus on the process (of choosing a dividend stock) rather than the specific outcome (the stock itself).2. I’m not sure that the tax information given towards the end of the book is 100% accurate based on my own research. Tax laws tend to frequently change and I would strongly recommend that you not rely on the information printed in the book when you file your taxes. Always, ALWAYS consult a tax professional who has experience working with investors and traders.All told, I think the book is an extremely solid value. You won’t be an expert on dividend stocks by the time you’re done reading the book but I think the book has something to offer all investors, especially given the extremely low price. It gets my recommendation.DISCLAIMER: I was given a pre-release copy of the book for review purposes but bought the Kindle version anyway (I thought it was worth supporting the author(s) after reading the book). My opinions are my own views and were not in any way influenced by Freeman Publications.
Spidey –
More than an overview without getting to far into the weeds.
The book provides a comprehensive review of dividend income investing. I personally felt the book was spot on with detail. It was easily digestible and provided information I felt I can start to apply immediately. I surprised at how much I got out of the book, it really provides more than an overview.The book starts with a basic history of income investing, discussion on advisors, provides a process, good discussion on the different dividend income vehicles (stocks, REITS, MLP, funds, ETFs, CEFs) and recommendations based on the information discussed, and tax discussion.I really appreciate the recommendations. Each recommendation is provided with details pertaining to the process and information on that specific investment vehicle. The details that go with the recommendation provide you with an idea of the level of information you should come away with on your future investment prospects; that to me was their real value. These are current recommendations, not dated (at least not yet). The pandemic and implications are mentioned several times in the book.Iâve been actively investing for about 5 yrs now, mostly focused on growth, but getting to that point where I what to earn income on what Iâve grown. This book really focuses on earning income from your investments which is a different mindset than Iâve been using. It really helped me shift my thinking on stock evaluation while providing insight into investment options Iâve not much explored (MLPs & CEFs specifically).The value of the book well exceeded the $0.99 price tags for the Kindle version, and worth full value of the hard copy.
RandyMan –
Well written & informative but…
First, this book is extremely well written and contains a nice entry level review of the different types of dividend investments (Stocks, REITS, MLP, CEF’s, etc). It was certainly worth what I paid for it as a Kindle Reader.However, I was expecting more information about building a sustainable high dividend portfolio, thus the name of the book. However, there was very little in this book to support that. In fact, the sample portfolio offered in final chapter would result in a 3-4% dividend portfolio if built as suggested. I can see myself using this book at a building block but will need to go elsewhere for the next step.
David dashiell –
Great information and guidance on how to properly invest for income
Full disclosure, I was offered the book to read with the promise to write a review.This book fits my investing style, as I love dividends and the potential for dividend growth. I do this through value investing. I loved the way the book was structured and, in my opinion, this book would benefit people who are new or are trying to invest versus speculating. It discusses the current yields on savings accounts and bonds, how fees effect your portfolio, dividends, yield traps and their 11 principles for finding great dividend stocks. While reading through these principles, it allowed me to compare these techniques to how I approach and value a stock or ETF. Like the previous book I read from this author, he adds several stocks he believes are currently good values with a secure dividend with growth potential. These stocks are great starting points for investors who looking at dividend growth investing.Overall this was a great read. It was engaging, very detailed and kept my attention. I have already recommended it to a few of my friends who are starting their investing journey.
James Patrick –
Great Into Explainer
Well written, concise yet thorough explanation of the who, what, where, why & hows of dividend investing. One recomendation… If you purchase the Kindle version, pay the extra few dollars to purchase the Audible version as well. I found that having the book read to me as I followed along was a nice feature. It allowed me to be hands free as I listened, while giving me the ability to highlight sections I found to be particularly useful for future reference.
Amazon Customer –
– A well written, easy to read and follow roadmap for a beginner in dividend investing.- Excellent guidelines on pitfalls to avoid when investing for dividend income.- Expands on principles of investing detailed in preceding book: The 8-step Beginner’s Guide to Value Investing.- Well explained examples of dividend stocks, ETFs and CEF to get started in dividend investing.
jared b. –
Gaining 8% as title suggests is outdated and not possible following what the book prevails. Would not recommend this to people now.
Rogerio da Silva –
As per previous books from Freeman publications, an amazing layered out book.It is not a book for speculators, day trade, swing traders and similar, it is in fact for long term investments.I really like it because how thorough Oliver and his team are when preparing these materials.Donât get me wrong, I like short term investments too, I like the high-risk side of money too, but as the classic phrase people says âdonât place all your eggs in one single basketâ this is something you would like for the portion of money you want to place under the less risk side.There are thousands of books and YouTube videos out there and this goes in a totally different approach, and I do really like and appreciate all that is says here.Thank you once again for sharing great content here.
Vibha –
Good Read. New prespective.
Hayley –
Some really good advice for sensible investing to grow an income based portfolio. Well done. This is the 3rd book from Freeman and they are all easy to read.