Dad of Divas' Reviews: Book Review - Death of the American Investor

Wednesday, January 12, 2011

Book Review - Death of the American Investor

About the Book
In The Death of the American Investor: The Emergence of the New Global eShareholder (NetWorth Publications), President and CEO of NetWorth Services, Nico Willis, helps readers optimize their investments for the new year, while giving them a jump on the upcoming tax season by re-emerging as New Global eShareholders.  This book accomplishes what other books have failed to do by fearlessly addressing the drastic social and economic changes that effect today's investment system as well as offering solid practical solutions that empower individual investors.
Never before has an investment book provided such an in-depth and insightful look at what motivates the market.  Influences from the past, present, and future are explored to allow average American investors to invest like professionals.  It is must read for every investor, financial institution, and average American. Death of the American Investor is both a warning and a solution to the complexity of investing strategies, especially in the current economic climate; it will ultimately become the handbook of intelligent investing.


Coinciding with current economic events that have changed the landscape of investing, Death of the American Investor was inspired by the troubles of average American investors and people concerned about the future of investment.  By carving out a roadmap for investors to succeed through the transitioning economy, the book reveals the hidden pitfalls that have lead some investors to altogether abandon the market.  The author also gives an insightful glimpse into the future of investing, leading readers down a road of recovery and future wealth building.


In 1997, Willis founded NetWorth Services, Inc., which offers a suite of cost basis and financial solutions that have been adopted by many leading financial institutions, government agencies, Fortune 500 organizations, universities and endowments, as well as individual investors. Willis leverages his 15 years of experience in the financial services industry to oversee the strategic growth and development of the company.  Before founding NetWorth, Willis was an investment broker and held the title of vice president for various well-known financial institutions including Prudential Securities, UBS Paine Weber, and Piper Jaffray.  He managed over $90 million in assets for individual investors.  Willis co-created and co-hosted a radio talk show called “The Wall Street Hour,” which featured financial news and influential guests.


Death of the American Investor is available in bookstores everywhere and online.  For more information visit: www.networthpublications.com.

My Take on the Book
I have to say that when it comes to investing, I am a novice. I typically go to a professional, or at least a friend that has more knowledge than I to make decisions. I guess it has a lot to do with the fact that this is my money and I don't want to screw anything up.

This book was a great book for the novice and expert alike. It provides so much information and is simple to understand. The author does a great job of explaining thing so that the reader can understand what has changed in investing and allows the reader to better understand what they can do to become more savvy in the investing climate of today.

The book is well written and the real life examples contained within it make it even easier to understand and relevant to the reader. A great book and one that I would highly recommend!

All opinions expressed in this review are my own and not influenced in any way by the company.  Any product claim, statistic, quote or other representation about a product or service should be verified with the manufacturer or provider. Please refer to this site's Disclaimer  for more information. I have been compensated or given a product free of charge, but that does not impact my views or opinions. 
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