Maverick Investing: Building Extraordinary Wealth Through Unconventional Principles

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Summary: An outstanding advisor with an outstanding book
Review: Doug Fabian has had a profound influence on my life. I have been a subscriber to his newsletter since 1991 and have read virtully everything he has written. It is with much credit to his advise and wisdom that I have achieved my financial goals. Unlike the overwhelming majority of investors, I actually have a gain in my investment portfolio since the current Bear market, the worst since the Bear markets of the Great Depression of the 1930's, began in March 2000. (At the time I am writing this review, we now are at the end of February 2003.) Before anyone reads any other book, especially books on the topic of personal finance, people should read this book. I highly recommend this very readable and practical book.

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Summary: An investing book that inspires while giving sound advice
Review: I accidentally found the author's radio program a few months ago. After calling in for some beginning investing advice, I got a copy of this book and just finished reading it. Believe it or not, this book is a page turner. It is written in a style that motivates you to get your financial life in order. The author gives sound advice that even a beginner can understand and implement. About 1/3 of the way through the book, I began to feel that some concepts were being repeated, but I pressed on and the rest of the book was great and filled with valuable techniques and examples. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS BOOK!

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Summary: Very worthwhile investment advice!
Review: I've been a Fabian follower for the past 25 years, following Dick Fabian's newsletter until Doug Fabian took over his father's newsletter business in 1991. They both share the same investment philosophy, and I'm thrilled to be out of the market right now, as a result of Fabian's plan. Having read both books, Maverick Investing is very different from his father's "Mutual Fund Wealth Builder," particularly in the areas of Exchange Traded funds, which is definitely worth the price of the book. Also, the in-depth information on 401(k) investing is probably the most useful advice you'll receive in the marketplace today, answering virtually all the questions you have about 401(k)'s, and explaining how the use of tax-deferred vehicles can make you wealthy at retirement. This is a must-read, particularly for those who are looking for the next bull market, and early retirement.