Expert: Paul Henneman - 11/21/2008

Question
Hello Paul, my question to you is this:  I am considering getting into the market in some way with regards to oil.  What I would like advice on is, how to do this?  I would like my investment to be tied/related to the price of crude oil, or even fuel "at the pumps".  What I am unsure of is how to do this, ie. stocks, mutual funds, etc.  Liquidity is not an issue until about 2-3 years time.  Thank you for your time, Ben.

Answer
Ben,
Thank you for your question!
The most direct way to invest in crude oil would be through futures. Here is a good article that summarizes the concept:
http://ezinearticles.com/?How-To-Invest-In-Crude-Oil-Futures-And-Options&id=4376...

There is an additional link at the bottom of this short article for more detailed information. Or go directly to this website for more complete information:
http://www.tkfutures.com/crude_oil.htm

This site appears to offer future trading services, and I am sure that you can locate many more with some simple google searches.

I hope that this helps! Please do not hesitate follow up with me if I can be of any additional service,

Sincerely,>
Paul Henneman
President
ValuEngine Inc
www.ValuEngine.com