I've posted Chapter 6 of Stock Investing Basics over at Your Money Is Your Life.

It's all about goals, managing risk, and setting objectives. All important stuff, especially right now!

A note of caution: The worst days to invest in stocks are on days that end in “y” — but it's also the only time!

So, choose wisely.

May be a good time to sit on some cash and wait until some rock-solid companies are cheaper in a few days. This week will be the litmus test whether the “bailout” will work to calm the market down or have to work itself out in the absence of a plan.