Technical Analysis for the Rest of Us: What Every Investor Needs to Know to Increase Income, Minimize Risk, and Archieve Capital Gains 

Learn to Read Charts Like a Pro—No Math Degree Required

Technical Analysis for the Rest of Us by Clifford Pistolese is a practical, jargon-free guide to understanding and applying technical analysis—even if you’re not a market professional. This classic book makes chart reading approachable for the everyday investor, equipping readers with the knowledge and confidence to identify price patterns, understand trading volume, use moving averages, and build well-balanced investment portfolios.

Unlike overly technical texts that overwhelm with theory, this guide focuses on visual interpretation and practical application. Pistolese teaches you how to evaluate supply and demand through patterns like head and shoulders, triangles, double tops/bottoms, and parabolic curves. You’ll learn how volume confirms or contradicts price trends, how to work with moving averages, and how to adjust your portfolio in bull, bear, and range-bound markets.

With over 190 pages of educational content and dozens of chart examples, this is the perfect entry point for investors who want to take control of their decisions and stop relying solely on brokers or TV commentators.

What You’ll Learn

• Core chart patterns: trendlines, head & shoulders, triangles, double tops/bottoms
• Volume analysis and its critical role in confirming breakouts
• How to use moving averages for buy/sell signals
• How to construct aggressive, balanced, and conservative portfolios
• Using technical tools to analyze closed-end funds, preferred stocks, and REITs
• Best practices for adapting to changing market conditions

Key Benefits

• Beginner-Friendly: No complex formulas—just clear patterns and logical signals
• Visual Learning: Idealized charts and exercises to practice real-life decisions
• Comprehensive Scope: From charts to portfolio management and specific assets
• Risk Awareness: Learn how to spot false breakouts and reduce losses
• Flexible Style: Adapts to different risk tolerances and timeframes

Who This Book Is For

• Investors and traders new to technical analysis
• Self-directed investors looking to manage portfolios without relying on others
• Students or financial educators seeking clear teaching materials
• Anyone looking to profit from charts without advanced analytics or coding

Table of Contents

1. Basic Concepts of Technical Analysis
2. Volume Analysis
3. Moving Averages
4. Portfolio Management (Aggressive, Balanced, Conservative)
5. Technical Analysis and the Stock Market (Buy & Hold, Swing Trading, etc.)
6. Technical Analysis and the Internet
7. Analyzing Closed-End Funds
8. Analyzing Preferred Stocks
9. Analyzing Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs)
10. Final Review & Self-Test Exercises