Online Investing with Quicken 2000

The authors do a good job of explaining when various kinds of investments (stocks, bonds, mutual funds, home mortgages) are good ideas, and how to go about selecting the right ones. That said, this book focuses on a certain kind of investor: Americans between the ages of 25 and 65 who work for an organization. Quicken is very good at tracking 401(k) contributions, budgets designed around a regular paycheck, and middle-class tax matters.

The software (and thus this book) has less to offer people who have already retired, or who are self-employed in unpredictable fields. The authors also sometimes aptly explain a financial instrument--covered calls are an example--without showing how to track it in Quicken. The point is that if you're part of Quicken's target demographic, you'll be very happy with this book. --David Wall

Topics covered: Accumulating wealth through careful budgeting, regular saving, and investments in stocks and mutual funds--with the assistance of Intuit Quicken 2000. How to use Quicken to get an accurate picture of your financial situation and plan (considering your goals, taxes, and stomach for volatility) a strategy for the future. Advice on picking stocks and funds, and how to synchronize your online brokerage account with your Quicken investment register.

Product Description
Increasingly, people are turning to the Internet for financial information and transactions. There are currently 7.8 million Internet brokerage accounts, up from 4.1 million at the end of 1997. This figure is expected to grow to 14 million by the end of next year. With its powerful online features, and its installed base of 10.5 million, Quicken is well positioned to grow with this flourishing market. In fact, according to Intuit, one-half of all online investors use Quicken. -- The Internet is revolutionizing the way we manage and invest our money. No longer do we need to rely on a professional for a simple transaction or for finding information. However, when we take a more active role in our finances, we also assume more responsibility for tracking information and making the smartest decisions. -- Enter Quicken 2000. Despite the rags-to-riches TV tales of tropical island owning truck drivers, online investors need a reliable source to help separate fact from fantasy. This book teaches you all you need to know about online investing using Quicken 2000.