This unique and comprehensive book guides youthrough the complexities of the U.S. federal securities laws. The guideexplains not only the "what" but also the "why." Whatproblems were Congress and the SEC trying to solve when implementing newrequirements? What are some key differences within and among these laws and whydo they matter? For example, what distinguishes illegal insider trading fromlegitimate investment research? Does the "Hope Diamond" count as goodcapital for a broker-dealer? How do hedge funds, mutual funds, and money marketfunds differ?Introduction to U.S. Federal Securities Lawsanswersthese questions and much more.

Author Stuart Kaswell shares insights and knowledgefrom his 40+ years of experience as a financial services attorney to help younavigate this complex area of the law. This detailed and easy-to-read guideincludes:

• A thorough discussion on the background andpurpose of the U.S. federal securities laws
• An interpretation of the Glass-Steagall Act
• An overview of the Consumer Financial ProtectionBureau
• A discussion on Salomon Brothers and working forWarren Buffet on the U.S. Treasury Scandal
• An examination of the Securities Act of 1933
• An introduction to the Securities Act of 1934
• Background and overview of the Investment CompanyAct of 1940 and the Advisers Act of 1940
• The legal battle over whether cryptocurrencies aresecurities
• And much more!