The First Time Investor is the beginning investor's bible. Packed with accessible information on every aspect of investing, it focuses on proven products and strategies -- stocks, mutual funds, bonds and annuities, international investing, using the Internet as a valuable tool, and more -- everything a beginning investor needs to know. This thoroughly revised and updated edition provides a complete overview of the essentials of investing, plus: -- A detailed glossary to ensure complete understanding of key points -- Model portfolios, with varying risk levels, that anyone can adapt for their own use -- An up-to-date listing of valuable Internet resources