Originally posted by 8-4-7-2
The problem is that most people see the stock market as gambling table, and take all winning they can get.
That's so true. I'm in it for the long haul (i.e.: 30-35 years) While I'm not trying to time the market as far as buying and selling, I do take the time every night to go over any news that a company release or and analyst's might post. (Did they fire a CEO? Are EPS inline with it's sector? Any SEC investigations? Any new products/services coming to market). If anything unsettles me, then I'll sell.
It'll be a long time till there's another bull market like the internet stock boom. Becoming an instant millionaire is a thing of the past.
Back to the original post:
Original9, investing in general means you have to investigate a company/fund/bond to see if it's good for you and your financial goals, afterall, it's your money.
Suze Orman is a good place to get some information. I've read many of her books and she has some good things about stocks under resources on the site. She doesn't overwhelm you with a ton of financial info to confuse you. It's common sense, and fairly easy to understand. Good Luck with you homework.