This invaluable new guide from financial expert David Scott analyzes the role that mutual funds play in achieving a balanced portfolio.In addition to explaining how shares in mutual funds are bought and sold, this clearly written book will show investors
? how to assess a fund's investment objective in light of their own goals ? how to choose from among stock, bond, and money market funds ? how to evaluate the three different kinds of income associated with mutual funds - dividends, capital gains, and market appreciation ? how to save on fees when buying and redeeming mutual fund shares