The economic downturn of the last three years has left many consumers wondering if their investment portfolios are still on track.  Though the stock market has shown signs of recovery in the first half of 2003, many investors are still wondering if now is the time to get back into the game.  How can you best position yourself financially for the future?  Baie Netzer, Investments Editor for Quicken, says now is the time to ask key questions about your portfolio:

�Well, if you want to come out ahead in the markets, you need to know two things: how your portfolio is diversified and which investments are driving your returns.  Quicken 2004 can show you exactly how your money is allocated and can also calculate your own personal rate of return, all within minutes of setting up.  So, with that information, you�ll wind up better positioned for the year ahead.�

Netzer says understanding your complete investment picture is the best way to ensure your financial future.  For more information on quicken, go to w-w-w-dot-quicken-two-thousand-four-dot-com.

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