The Long Term Investor

If you've ever felt anxious or overwhelmed by market volatility, don't miss this episode. I'm joined by Darius Foroux, a newsletter writer to 100,000 subscribers and author of the brand new book The Stoic Path to Wealth. His steady approach helps investors navigate the chaos of modern-day markets with discipline, emotional distance, and self-mastery. Listen now and learn: How a Stoic approach to investing leads to better consistency and less emotional decisions The role education and skill-building play in achieving financial freedom Essential stock market fundamentals and practical strategies for financial success Visit www.TheLongTermInvestor.com for show notes, free resources, and a place to submit questions. [1:57] Importance of Investing and Challenges Investors Face [06:40] Managing Emotions and Staying Consistent [13:33] The Role of Education in Financial Success [19:03] Understanding the Stock Market [28:58] Balancing Life and Investing [35:22] Practical Wisdom and Strategies for Investors

This episode dives into a topic that grabs investors' attention every four years: the Presidential election. The potential impact on the economy, policy, and markets often leads to increased anxiety and speculation. Listen now and learn: The historical impact of elections on the stock market How markets have performed during different presidencies A framework for thinking about investment decisions during election season Visit www.TheLongTermInvestor.com for show notes, free resources, and a place to submit questions.

There are few topics as broadly misunderstood as US government spending and, as a result, many conversations regarding Social Security are off the mark. The financial well-being of Social Security is obviously important from a policy perspective, but perhaps even more important from a financial planning and personal investment perspective. Listen now and learn: The sustainability of Social Security Potential policy changes to Social Security How to account for Social Security in your financial plan Visit www.TheLongTermInvestor.com for show notes, free resources, and a place to submit questions.

The US national debt is a significant and often misunderstood topic: With the current debt sitting at around $34.6 trillion, many wonder if this signals an impending crisis. Peter breaks down what this figure means and explores the broader implications (many of which may surprise you). Listen now and learn: Differences between the deficit, the debt, and the debt ceiling How US government finances are very different than household finances Why inflation, not default, is the real risk of our deficit spending Visit www.TheLongTermInvestor.com for show notes, free resources, and a place to submit questions.

While the US dollar currently enjoys a dominant position as the world's reserve currency, various factors could challenge its supremacy. Emerging economies, digital currencies, geopolitical shifts, and global financial reforms all pose potential threats. Understanding these dynamics is crucial for navigating the future of global finance. Listen now and learn: What it means to be a reserve currency Why the US dollar is the dominant reserve currency The probability and implications of the US dollar losing its reserve status Visit www.TheLongTermInvestor.com for show notes, free resources, and a place to submit questions.

Jesse Cramer, author of The Best Interest, joins the show to share his in-depth research into the astounding math behind car ownership. This episode originally aired in 2023 and was a top interview of the year. Although this is a replay, the content shared is just as relevant today and important to consider for the impact big purchases can have on your finances. Listen now and learn: How to evaluate the impact of time owned vs miles driven When purchasing a used car is smarter than buying a new car How leasing compares to owning from a cost perspective To see the original show notes, YouTube interview, and resources visit this page: EP 116: The Astounding Math Behind Car Ownership with Jesse Cramer. Visit www.TheLongTermInvestor.com for show notes, free resources, and a place to submit questions. TIMESTAMPS (4:08) The Primary Costs of Car Ownership (11:08) Buy a New Car vs Buying a Used Car (17:48) The Difference in Cost of Owning a Gas vs Electric Vehicle (19:08) Evaluating a Car's Utility (28:08) Buying a Car vs Leasing a Car (32:08) When to Repair a Car vs Buy a Car

Ashby Daniels challenges conventional wisdom in investing, highlighting how investors often blame the market instead of themselves, defining risk differently, and emphasizing the value of aligning financial decisions with personal goals. He discusses the significance of faith in the future for successful investing, the power of optimism and compounding in investment growth, and the role of financial advisors in providing expertise and trust for rational decision-making.

Michael Kitces is one of the industry's leading experts on all things financial advice and financial planning. In this live episode recorded at Wealth Management EDGE, Michael explains the evolution of financial advice and how AI might impact the profession going forward. This episode originally aired in 2023 and was a top interview of the year. Although this is a replay, the content shared is just as relevant today and important to consider for the evolution of financial advice. Listen now and learn: The evolution of financial advice from the 1960s to present Ways consumers benefit from financial advisors moving up the value chain How AI might impact the financial advice profession To see the original show notes, YouTube interview, and resources visit this page: EP 102: AI and the Evolution of Financial Advice with Michael Kitces [LIVE] Visit www.TheLongTermInvestor.com for show notes, free resources, and a place to submit questions. TIMESTAMPS: (3:33) The Evolution of Financial Advice (12:33) The Lack of Barriers to Entry for Giving Financial Advice (18:33) The Impact of AI on the Financial Advice Profession

In this episode, I'm joined by Carl Richards, a Certified Financial Planner (CFP®) and creator of the Sketch Guy column, appearing weekly in The New York Times since 2010. This episode originally aired in 2023 and was a top interview of the year. Although this is a replay, the content shared is just as relevant today and important to consider for your investing strategy. Listen now and learn: How investors fall victim to the behavior gap What it means to do real financial planning The best way to avoid "The Big Mistake" To see the original show notes, YouTube interview, and resources visit this page: EP 100: What Real Financial Advice Means with Carl Richards. Visit www.TheLongTermInvestor.com for show notes, free resources, and a place to submit questions. TIMESTAMPS: (04:30) What is the Behavior Gap? (07:45) Why Investors Get Distracted (11:05) What Investors Need When Markets Are Scary (17:30) Real Financial Planning (24:30) Getting Ahead vs. Having Enough (30:00) The Value of a Real Financial Advisor

Dr. Burton Malkiel, author of A Random Walk Down Wall Street, joins the show to talk about the 50th anniversary of his investment classic. This episode originally aired in 2023 and was a top interview of the year. Although this is a replay, the content shared is just as relevant today and important to consider for your investing strategy. Listen now and learn: The two biggest mistakes investors make Lessons from market bubbles of the past Practical ideas for achieving investment success Visit www.TheLongTermInvestor.com for show notes, free resources, and a place to submit questions. (03:00) What Efficient Market Hypothesis Means for Investors (19:15) Lessons Learned from The History and Bubbles (29:00) How Interest Rates Are Impacting Stock Prices (32:30) The Case for Diversification (42:05) Behavioral Finance