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Testimonials

What others say about the Valuesoft Investment System

I have used Valuesoft in my Investment Theories and Strategies class for the past two years. It is an excellent evaluation tool based on sound investment principles. They are consistent with the investment principles of Warren Buffett, the most successful investor in history.

They are very easy to use, and written for Excel, anyone can write a spreadsheet to use in evaluation.

My students have found them to be valuable additions to their own investment evaluation since several have purchased Valuesoft for themselves. They plan on continuing using the system for their personal investment decisions.

The students are required to plan and write a template that can be used to evaluate any stock using the Valuesoft functions. This has proved to be the most enjoyable and useful project that I have assigned. 

I will continue to use Valuesoft since I believe that the framework is one of the best to use in security analysis.

Dr. Tom Johansen
Associate Professor of Finance
Fort Hays State University

I have incorporated the formulas into my existing spreadsheets. Although I do not believe judgment can be removed from investing,  the formulas in Valuesoft give me quantitative things to consider and judge before acting.
Jim Ludlow, Modesto, California

I can see potential benefit from using all of the functions. Valuesoft is a must in every value oriented analyst's "tool box".
Matthew Nowakowski, St. Louis, Missouri

Valuesoft provides me with a quick and easy way to perform calculations for functions that I typically cranked out by hand.
Chris Lambert, Watson, Australia

The Valuesoft Investment System is an easy-to-use tool for making investment decisions. The incorporation of the equations into Excel functions is outstanding. It is apparent that a considerable amount of research has been spent in putting together this package.
Brandon Baudin, Fort Wayne State University

I am most interested in the help Valuesoft gives me in understanding Buffett's method of evaluating companies. I also hope to find a company or two to invest in.

We don't have to duplicate Buffett's method, but it is nice to begin to work with something like it.

Stan Armstrong, Halifax, Canada

Valuesoft helps ease the process of calculating some of the data that is useful in analysis of a company's value and suitability as an investment.
Michael Langley, Suwanee, Georgia

The value that I see in the functions is the discipline that it demands to ensure that I don't look at a company from an emotional point of view and gives me the tools with which I can confirm (or ignore) broker's recommendations.
Sym Kohn, South Caulfield, Australia

Valuesoft helps me to focus on what's important information. Furthermore, it helps me make rational decisions based on common sense principles.

I like the functions which are presented and the discussion examples contained within the manual.  I really liked the way you explain the disparity between EGROWTH calculated values as opposed to historical values of earnings growth. Increasing profit margins can't increase indefinitely and you point that out.
Michael D. Hardy, Newalla, Oklahoma
I downloaded Version 1.4 of Valuesoft. It's time now to say I'm very grateful to have this useful vehicle for analyzing stocks. Again thanks a lot.
Theo Zimmer, Germany
I have been using your spreadsheet functions to derive valuation of stocks and I can tell you that it worked every single time without fail. I am glad now that I can derive the best possible price based on my investment objectives.
Jean-Pierre Aucoin, Sydney and New York

What others say about my investment workshops


An open letter for those wishing to succeed in the marketplace and live a lifestyle of choice and financial freedom.

Recently I had the good fortune to attend a seminar by John Price, Winning the Stockmarket Game Through Long Term Investing. By the end of it I caught myself thinking that this course is a must for anybody seriously contemplating a future based on financial independence.

In the pursuit of excellence it's a wise person who seeks guidance from those who have achieved excellence. Such people leave footprints for others to follow. In terms of financial excellence no one has achieved more than Warren Buffett. However, like many great people who have lead the way, their journeys are often coded in a language of perception and experience that is difficult to access by those not used to such language.

In their attempts to decode the language and perceptions of Warren Buffet, many market commentators and authors have made the mistake of creating their own language and 'noise', which further confounds matters. The end result is that the path of excellence remains inaccessible to most.

Such is not the case with John Price. Of all those who say they know, John Price rises above them. He does know. John is a consummate professional, a master decoder, a skilled interpreter, teacher and practitioner of success in the market place. Like a magician he weaves a spell of enlightenment tracing the foot steps left by Buffett.

It was Frances Bacon who said, "if we are to achieve results never before accomplished, we must expect to employ methods never before attempted". If you wish for a future based on financial freedom, and have a strong desire to create your own future rather than allow your future to be created for you, then John Price will encourage you to employ methods most have never before attempted.

It is with deep respect and admiration for the work of John Price that I encourage you to put yourself in the presence of John Price. The things you can do with more knowledge are greater than the things you can do with less knowledge.

Dr Paul Counsel
Director, Wealth Educators
http://www.wealtheducators.com.au

It was good to attend your seminar with my clients and I feel you would wish to know of the very positive outcome.

You have certainly managed to systematize and simplify the approach to value investing using the Warren Buffett methodology.

I have found that a growing number of clients wish to take control of their own finances rather than abdicating the responsibility to others.

Your logical interpretation and the use of business ratios are not only beneficial for identifying good, large corporations, but have powerful application in the management of small business.

It's great to be able to take advantage of the many hours of development work you have invested into this project but pay only a fraction of the cost.

Your Valuesoft software is great in identifying the buy in share price for a targeted company thus allowing the market to come to the investor rather than vice versa!

Graham Thomas CPA
Thomas Business Accountants
http://www.tb-accountants.com.au
Your seminar "Winning the Stockmarket Game" proved just what the doctor ordered for me!

I have been an investment club member for the previous two years and was beginning to think that successful stock selection was pretty elusive; unless you were lucky, a genius or had inside information!

I had attended a mountain of lectures, read many financial papers and magazines, scanned a myriad of internet sites...no clear answers lurking anywhere!

Your seminar has filled me with Confidence and changed me into a believer. I find the SIMPLE, CLEAR, PRECISE steps you outlined so EASY--even calculating the right price to pay is possible with your methods. As well I can actually say I had FUN learning it all and was sad when the day was over. I now know if I can structure our investments using your methods, I can pick great companies, pay the right price and reap the rewards.

Thank you John.

Lynette Cox, Leederville, WA
lyncox@opera.iinet.net.au

What others say about the articles

I found out about your site in the Online Investor Magazine. Your articles are very educational and I printed almost everything from the site. Good luck with your site. Thank you.
Etelka  Kovacs
I applaud your succinct and dispassionate treatment of [the Capital Asset Pricing Model] and look forward to reading more of your comments.    
Lloyd Driscoll, Victoria University, Australia.
I have read the articles on your site and I think they are great.
Juan Valdivieso
I have read everything that talks about Warren Buffett, and I do believe that you are the best follower.
Francesco Azzollini, Financial Analyst, New York

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