Effective Investing: A Simple Way to Build Wealth by Investing in Funds

"Over many years Mark has developed an unmatched knowledge of investment markets and fund managers. I'm delighted that he has decided to share his expertise in this book". - Anthony Bolton, Senior Adviser, Fidelity Worldwide Investment; "Mark Dampier is one of the most experienced and shrewd financial advisers I have met in more than a quarter of a century reporting on money. Mark's book is a must-read for everyone who hasn't made as big a fortune as he has".- Ian Cowie, Investment columnist, Sunday Times (previously Personal Finance Editor, The Telegraph); "Mark Dampier's book is an excellent distillation of many years of investing and advising clients. A combination of wisdom and common sense makes this an essential manual for the DIY investor". - Edward Bonham Carter, Jupiter Asset Management.

Investing can be one of the most reliable passports to a better life. But where should you invest your money?Mark Dampier has been helping thousands of investors answer this question for over 30 years. In his first ever book he brings together everything he has learnt from grilling fund managers, weighing up investments and prospering through dramatic ups and downs.The result is THE must-read insider's guide for how to succeed as a DIY private investor.As Mark explains, effective investing doesn't have to be complicated or time-consuming. Armed with this book, you can find easy ways to make your money work for you, no matter how much or how little you start out with.Writing in plain English and using real-life examples throughout, Mark reveals:- the secrets of picking the best investment funds- how he invests his own savings and pension fund- starter portfolios for first-time investors- the most common traps that investors fall into- the trouble with buy-to-let and other popular solutions.With today's powerful online platforms and generous tax incentives (also outlined in the book), the markets have never been more accessible. But success without a plan is far from guaranteed.Effective Investing is the guide you've been waiting for to make sure you get what you want from your investing.