Includes bibliographical references (p. 243-248) and index.

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Many of the principles that successful investors use to tackle financial investment issues, can be applied to one's portfolio as well as other aspects of life. In an increasingly unstable economy, investment expert provides Alexander Green provides much needed insight into opportunities for wealth and security.