Tag: passive investing
Jan 6, 2025
Over the years of writing these columns, I’ve tried to maintain a mix of topics that address both the technical aspects of investing or financial planning and the emotional component of our money behavior. I realized recently that, despite my love of numbers and...
Aug 12, 2024
Recently, navigating London Heathrow Airport with a solid case of jet lag, I noticed a billboard from IG, an investment firm, that read: “From FOMO to JOMO.” As someone familiar with the concept of FOMO (Fear of Missing Out), I was intrigued and initially...
Nov 13, 2023
“I guarantee to make you an investment genius in six months. Send me $199, and I will reveal my secret.” Of course, I am not serious. Please don’t send me money. Please don’t send any, either, to other self-proclaimed “experts” who are serious about scamming you with...
Jul 30, 2018
Passive Investing, Like Buying Used Cars, Is Wise StrategyWatch this video on YouTube Need a car? Buy used. It’s what I always do. My sweet spot is a low-mileage vehicle two or three years old, which I routinely can find for 25% to 35% less than the original...
Oct 31, 2016
Average Market Returns, A Winning Investment StrategyWatch this video on YouTube When it comes to investing, it’s a losing proposition to try and be anything better than average. I was recently reminded of this important investing precept when I attended a...