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25 Money Rules (and When to Break Them) with Brian Feroldi

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Jul 31, 2024
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Brian Feroldi
Brian Feroldi, an investing expert and founder of Long Term Mindset, dives into 25 essential money rules that can shape your financial future. He simplifies complex concepts like the rule of 72 for growth and the 4% rule for retirement. Listeners learn about balancing risk and stability as they approach retirement, essential strategies for debt management, and how to build robust emergency funds. Feroldi also highlights the significance of understanding advisor costs and optimizing investment fees, making money management approachable for everyone.
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ADVICE

Wealth Accumulator Categories

  • If your net worth is double the target, you’re a “prodigious accumulator of wealth.”
  • If less than half, you're an “under accumulator of wealth.”
ADVICE

15% Rule for Retirement Savings

  • Save at least 15% of your pre-tax salary for retirement, especially with declining pensions.
  • This is based on replacing 55-80% of pre-retirement income.
ADVICE

50/30/20 Rule

  • Allocate your after-tax income using the 50/30/20 rule: 50% for needs, 30% for wants, and 20% for savings.
  • Retirement savings (including employer match) fall within the 20% savings category.
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