Investing in the Dream

This is another version of the orginal book. Investing in the Dream Personal Wealth-Building Strategies for African Americans in Search of Financial Freedom BY JESSE B. BROWN One of the country's most well-respected financial experts shows African Americans the way towards a secure financial future Imagine a community garnering over $400 billion in commerce. How powerful it would be in matters of public policy, political power, social influence, education and business. At least this is how it should be. Shockingly, $400 billion is indeed the economic strength of African Americans, and, yet, this community lags behind in the rewards, which define the quality of life in America. The indisputable link between the promise of American life and financial freedom is a concept touted by every one of our leaders, including our most enlightened. Dr. Martin Luther King said, "We refuse to believe there are insufficient funds in the great vaults of opportunity of this nation. So we have come to cash this check - a check that will give us upon demand the riches of freedom and the security of justice." It is based on this principle and in this spirit that Jesse B. Brown wrote INVESTING IN THE DREAM: Personal Wealth Building Strategies for African Americans in Search of Financial Freedom . Clearly written and concisely drawn, this book speaks directly to the African American community confront, the historical cultural and racial obstacles that have kept African Americans from investing in the country's lucrative stock market. As motivational as it is educational, this hands-on investment guide helps its readers learn the tools and techniques that can lead them forward to financial security and increased opportunities. Divided into four concise sections, Brown examines the history of African Americans' finances and lays out an easy-to-follow plan to get out of debt, live well now, and build for the future. Section I - Taking Control of Your Finances begins with the concept that African Americans have tremendous financial power in this country, but have yet to harness this power. The fundamental but overlooked ideal that starting where you are today is more important than what is on hand is re-emphasized, and how to plan for your future. Section II - Understanding Stocks, Bonds and Mutual Funds highlights Brown's unique gift for communicating often complex theories into language that "the common man" can understand and use. Brown has a way of making the almighty stock market less intimidating, more accessible, and definitely user-friendly. Section III - Setting and Achieving Your Investment Goals helps readers to utilize the information they have just learned. Step by step, Brown addresses some of the most important issues for African Americans, all Americans for that matters, issues which reflect this community's emphasis on certain values and principles: how to invest for a home, education and retirement. Recognizing and focusing on traditional values is one of the special trademarks of Brown's philosophy. Section IV - Smart Money Moves looks at other strategies that help the reader complete the picture. There are many ways to achieve financial success and security, and Brown's bottom-line, realistic approach easily defines where, when and how to make the right moves for the readers and their families. With straightforward information and inspirational stories of how real people have turned their financial world, and their lives, around, INVESTING IN THE DREAM is one of the best books for ensuring that African Americans get their piece of the pie. Through testimonials and real-life success stories, readers can see that it is possible for them to be successful as well. Finally, there is someone with the knowledge and will to "take Wall Street to Main Street". Jesse Brown is the little guys' guide to the American Dream of Prosperity.