TIP788: Simple Investing w/ David Fagan
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Why indexing works for almost everyone
David Fagan explains what index funds are and why indexing suits most investors, citing Buffett and market-wide benefits.
Stig Brodersen speaks with David Fagan about the case for indexing and what most investors get wrong about performance, financial advisors, and risk. They explore why missing a few percentage points can delay retirement by years, how to think about rebalancing, and what it truly means to be the overseer of your investments.
IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL LEARN: 00:00:00 - Intro
00:01:57 - Why indexing works for almost everyone
00:12:49 - How to properly evaluate investment performance
00:24:58 - How to think about asset allocation and rebalancing using a simple, behaviorally sound framework
00:33:42 - What it really means to be the overseer of your investments, even if you outsource management
00:36:21 - Why missing just a few percentage points in returns can cost you years of your life
00:36:42 - Why missing 3% return means having to work another 6–7 years instead of retiring
00:44:13 - How to use expectations in the best possible way
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