The Brainwashing of the American Investor - More Book Reviews Volume 4

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Reviewed By: J M, NAIC Chapter Board of Directors

"Received your book and read the first chapter. I suspected much of what you said but I needed to hear it from a professional. Thanks for opening my eyes." (02/17/03)

I finished your book and thoroughly enjoyed it! It flowed well and was easy to read (did not get technical). I am now re-reading to make sure I didn't miss any points on the fundamentals of following your investing strategy.
(Craig C., 03/12/03)

The Brainwashing of the American Investor is written in an exciting, enthusiastic, fast moving style that reads like a novel!

As a professional Real Estate investor with 40 years experience, I have advised many investors and have given them two pieces of advise that I saw in the book: "Why would you take advice from anyone who has no investments of his or her own?" and the very basic "Buy Low, Sell High." Clearly Steve understands the art of investing and writes about it in an interesting and entertaining way. If I ever venture into the stock market, it will be with his book and his personal assistance.

L-O-N-G Overdue Investment Strategy Advice, Brian S. from Vancouver, BC Canada, July 15, 2003

Clearly in a world where many peddle gimmicks, you have developed a common sense approach. Rob W, St Louis, 06/03

Great book Steve and thanks for not keeping it to your self. Bill R. Arroyo Grande, CA., (07/14/03)

While driving home very late one night in the winter of 2002, I heard Steve on a local a.m. radio talk show. He seemed for "real". I special ordered The Brainwashing of the American Investor , read and re-read. The book is entertaining, enlightening and effective. (Margaret, 06/06/03)

The book has helped me see my investing philosophy in a different light. I believe this new thought process will help me be more consistent in my investing, nurturing, and money making of my portfolios. Long live "Quality", "Diversification", "Income". Thank you again. (Richard M, 06/10/03)

Finally the truth! What an eye-opener to see how the markets, and the people behind the markets, have manipulated the average investor over the years. I have found Steve's book informative, clearly written, and an absolute must have, for all who desire knowledge on the markets we invest in. When people only have personal gain as a motive instead of your success you better beware! I highly recommend Steve and his book for your next financial read.
A. J. L., Ft. Pierce, FL, (July 13, 2003)

Thanks for "The Brainwashing of the American Investor". Great read, packed with a world of insightful information. Will certainly recommend to all my friends. (Jim G., Framingham, MA, 05/26/03)

Reviewed by: Charles S., VP, Bank of Japan, Philadelphia, PA.
(January, '03)

"Thank you for the copy of your new book; it's a great work! I'm halfway through it and am in the process of reprogramming my investment mentality and portfolio strategies. You're right on when it comes to Wall Street brainwashing Main Street...I'm a Mutual Funds victim myself...so your book is very good timing as I need to reconsider your very disciplined enrichment methods to make sure [we] reach our investment goals."

Reviewed by: Dr. Lois Center-Shabazz, MsFinancialSavvy.com, (10/07/02)

This book has the details investors need to understand the many nuances of the investment world...the information [women] need to choose the right investments and investment advisors. This is a great book for the serious investor!

Written in a conversational style with plenty of humor, this book lays out a program for getting the best bang for your bucks, and gives an eye opening education on how the " Market " really works. I have purchased three books already and am purchasing five more to give to friends and relatives who want to salvage their portfolios from the "SHARKS" on Wall Street.

A must read to save your money from the " SHARKS". (R. M., San Jose, CA, 07/13/03)

L. S., East Hampton, NY, (January, '03)I'm Making Money!

I started following the methodology in March 2002, just before the market collapse. I was able to minimize the damage because I had begun to diversify my holdings. Despite the market's implosion, I began to make money off stocks I purchased based on "strict criteria" found in the book. I was encouraged by the intelligence and logic behind the methodology. I started VERY slowly and carefully. To date, I have yet to make less than 10% on any stock I have sold.

The book is a good read, as well as packed with what I would call Mr. Selengut's "intellectual capital."It IS important to read the entire book, cover to cover, before you get started investing on your own.

HIS SYSTEM WORKS !!!!!, webtextwriter2 from New York, New York, July 14, 2003

Great Book! Counter-brainwashing worked. (Alberto B., Italy, 03/19/03

Your book was very, very informative, and a useful tool. The smart way to investing was just made easy. (Frank, 05/22/03)

It was EASY for an investor to make money in the 90's. This book presents the problems facing an investor today. Like a "Dutch Uncle," SteveSelengut explains today's market and shows you how to overcome the pitfalls. HOW to MAKE MONEY in a market where everyone around you is in a deep depression.

It does require one to THINK. To review all your holdings on a regular basis. To search out companies that have VALUE and income, NOT hype. The days of making it by blindly buying and holding mutuals are over. Study this book, follow Steve's advice and you will easily earn 20% a year. A simple plan, but not an easy one. (R. S., Greenville, SC, 07/13/03)

I have to say up front that your book is one of if not the most fascinating descriptions of how Wall Street and the large FinancialInstitutions operate and how, along with huge Industrial Investors, they interact and control virtually every aspect of the products that are offered to Individual investors, including the media that should be unbiased in their dissemination of information to the investment world. J. K., Southboro, MA (12/26/03)

Reviewed By: Mark K. LL.B, CFP, FCSI; Toronto, Canada

"I'm an "investment advisor" in Canada and am enjoying your book. I have come to many of the same conclusions that you have - from the "inside" of Canada's largest brokerage house. As a result I have already implemented with my own clients many of the ideas that you speak about, (03/06/03)