Forum Archive Index - October 2000

["Brian Brakenridge" <brianbrak@xtra.co.nz>]

Hi Cullen:

 

I'm concerned reading your post that the recent discussion re Buffett, especially the math content, may have frightened a few people off. But asking for non Buffett investment advise is like asking for advise on climbing mountains but leave Sir Ed out of it.

 

Buffett's philosophies really are so basic and fundamental. I've mentioned this link before but a great summary of this style of investing can be found on www.focusinvesting.com or have a good look through www.fool.com especially http://www.fool.com/school/13steps/13steps.htm?ref=STH13st and http://www.fool.com/School/HowtoValueStocks.htm There is plenty of info out there about trading/technical methods as well though I can't help you with those.

 

Most important is to develop a philosophy based on what your own personality can handle. I suggest that there is a vast difference in personalities between Soros and Buffett followers.

 

Best of luck