Basic Investing Tips For 2010

Economic times are still tough. But, compare now to where we were a year ago, and you can see why we've brought our next guest back to the show.

Chief market analyst Wayne Kaufman of John Thomas Financial sees more growth ahead for Wall Street and your street. He was here with how you can start growing your money now to be in better shape at the end of the year and beyond.

• Economy is healing
- Government actions - massive stimulus here and around the world.
- Growth of middle class in emerging economies like China, India, South America
- Economy heals itself as jobless claims improving.
- Consumer and business spending improving. Earnings last quarter 80% of companies had positive surprises.

• Investing with a global mindset, not just U.S. focus.

• Find an advisor to help navigate volatile markets
We had two savage bear markets in the last decade alone. Find an advisor who understands the markets and doesn't just say "buy and hold". There are times to sell.

• Educate yourself
Even if you have a good advisor, they are still your assets, and
you will have more success if you and your advisor have good communications.

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