The Rational Reminder Podcast

AMAZON EATING THE STOCK MARKET (EP.3)

Aug 3, 2018
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ADVICE

Leasing Can Make Sense If You Plan Regular Replacements

  • Lease if you plan to replace cars every few years and want lower hassle and predictable costs.
  • Retain embedded equity by tracking mileage versus residual and roll it into your next vehicle or buy out the lease.
INSIGHT

Homeownership Isn’t The Only Path To Wealth

  • Homeownership is not required to build wealth; disciplined savers who rent can match homeowners' outcomes.
  • Renting demands deliberate saving and investing because you won't get the behavioural prompt of home statements.
INSIGHT

Big Tech’s Size Is Historically Ordinary

  • Historical markets show dominant companies before (railroads, Standard Oil) so today's tech giants are not unprecedented.
  • The largest firm's share of total market cap has been roughly stable around ~3% over time.
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