Chapter 14: What to Look For in a Futures Contract

No matter what type of investment you are considering, begin by obtaining as much information as possible about that particular invest-ment. The more you know in advance, the less likely there will be surprises later on. More-over, even among futures contracts, there are important differences which—because they can affect your investment results—should be taken into account in making your investment decisions.

Reprinted with permission from National Futures Association. Copyright 2002.