An all-you-need-to-know introduction to mutual funds--ideal for tentative beginners as well as veterans looking for a brush-up on the fundamentals of "wealth building"

Smart Definitions of blended funds, balanced funds, and closed-end funds

Smart Strategies for college savings, tax-free funds, and retirement plans

Smart Tips on how to find reliable fund families and managers, and how to ride a volatile market

Smart Advice on diversifying your investments, capitalizing on "bull" and "bear" market cycles, committing to aggressive growth funds,...