Investment: Mutual Funds
A Guide to Understanding Mutual Funds (pdf file)-- mutual funds are key to many investor’s financial plans. This publication is lengthy, 40 pages, but full of good information. It is more than just a guide to mutual funds, it also talks about establishing an investment plan and becoming an informed mutual fund investor. It has a great glossary and a good resource list. [A publication of the Investment Company Institute, the national association of the investment company industry.] To order:ICI Investor Awareness Program
P.O. Box 27849
Washington, DC 20038-7850
Invest Wisely: An Introduction to Mutual Funds -- mutual funds can be a good way for people to invest in stocks, bonds and other securities. But, before you buy a mutual fund, make sure it is right for you. This booklet offers good advice for new investors: it describes how mutual funds work, the rewards and risks of different kinds of mutual funds and the terms you need to know.
To order a free copy, call the Securities and Exchange Commission: 800-SEC-0330
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