The Neatest Little Guide to Do-It-Yourself Investing

by Jason Kelly

Book Overview

Written with the trademark flair and financial expertise that have made his guides to Stock Market Investing and Mutual Funds so invaluable, Jason Kelly's The Neatest Little Guide to Do-It-Yourself... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0452282845
• ISBN13: 9780452282841
• Release Date: December 2001
• Publisher: Penguin Putnam
• Length: 192 Pages
• Weight: 0.40 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 5.4" x 8.0"

Customer Reviews

Reasonably informed 30something investor

I've read several of Jason Kelly's other titles prior to this DIY title. I have also worked in the Wall Street community as a low level hack, perhaps, but I had access to 'big gun' reports ala big name firms. Jason's writing style is head and shoulders above the rest. He grabs your interest and keeps the interest flowing from start to finish, and that's not an easy feat for someone like myself, who had been used to very dry and somewhat esoteric texts with the kind of writing one reads to fall asleep. That is definitely not the case here. I like the fact that his books are full of clear, concise and useful hints, AND there is very very little, if any, overlap from his other books. Some authors sometimes take bits and pieces from prior books to fill gaps or holes, but frankly, and I've read the Personal Investing and Stock Market books several times over, there is none of that here. I tip my hat to Jason for great style, wit and depth of information. Really quite remarkable.

The Neatest Little Guide to Do-It-Yourself Investing

Being new to the world of investing, one of the first things I bought for reference was this book. Not really knowing what to expect, I was very impressed with the wealth of information that streamed from it. As others have said, it is very easy to read, objective and entertaining. I have passed the book on to my sister who also has just begun investing on her own. I can't wait to read the next Do-It-Yourself guide from Jason.I truly can't say enough about this great publication nor can I thank Jason enough for the skillful advice he's rendered by writing it.Thanks,Nolan

Outstanding beginner information

I was just getting started as a do it yourself investor when I came across this book and I'm glad that I did. The author helped me avoid some big mistakes and really helped get me off and running in the right direction.This book is easy to read with explanations of terms and phrases that the novice can understand. Everything he says is backed up with facts as well as resources you can turn to for additional information.I found this book a valuable guide to investing in the new millenium. There are plenty of references to information on the web as well as useful sites for investing.Additionally, the author has his own web site with a great deal in information as well as other books he has written.

Excellent guide for the novice or expert investor alike.

Written for the experienced and novice investor alike, Jason Kelly's book, "The Neatest Little Guide to Do-It-Yourself Investing" is a must have for those who wish to gain the greatest return for their investment dollar. Written in the language of the common man, this book provides insight into how some of the most successful investment portfolios have been built. Patience, persistence, and learning to think like a long-term investor are but a few of the pearls found in this book of gems. Along with O'Niell's book, "How to Make Money in Stocks", Mr. Kelly's series is a requirement for every library of the serious investor wishing to build a solid retirement portfolio even in rough markets.- Dan Ball ** Daniel C. Ball is a Portland author whose books include "Please Stop the World, God, I want to get Off!", "The Proof for the Existence of God.", and "The Instant Millionaire."

A Practical Guide For Investors Interested In Stocks

Beginning investors as well as professionals can find sound advice in Jason Kelly's new book, although his target audience seems to be small investors interested in stocks. He is cool toward real estate and limited partnerships, and he does not recommend daytrading in the stock market. Kelly offers practical advice on matters ranging from how to construct a portfolio to identifying shysters. His recommendations as to periodicals, books, databases, and websites are also useful. Written in a witty style and with numerous anecdotes, Kelly's book is highly readable. It's main drawback is the lack of an index, although each chapter is summarized, and Kelly concludes his narrative with an eight-page "recap" of the entire book.Anyone interested in investing in the stock market should find this book useful.