My only debt is my mortgage (2.5%). Your pride encourages it. PDF. And so, that's really the comparison you're making is, is this a good investment, not only a good way to deploy my money, but a big chunk of my time, and/or some chunk of my time? Please let me know if it is available in Korea. Therefore the common standard of living rises more than inflation over time. Best wishes, Olympus, Amsterdam, Bruges, Beziers, Portugal (Lagos, Porto, Douro Valley). I graduated from college in 1999, and this year is a milestone year for me. egg from all of our saving has been. Hi I am using portfolo visualizer to back test your portfolio. Collins: Well, Christine, you and I share that opinion. I will offer two seemingly contradictory suggestions and some comments. All the best to you and your family. Hope they do as well. How did you get started as an investor? I have studied the different teachings from different personal finance personalities and while most of their teachings are very sound when it comes to investing they become vague as to what funds they are personally invested in. James Madison High School Access Center. Please add me to the blog post emails. Im reaching out because we think you would be a great Partner for us. Lo can't save you. That and the diversification they provide. Your approach makes ingesting information seem much easier. He is a prolific world traveler, having visited more than 30 countries on five continents via motorcycle, car, train, plane, boatand even elephant. InvestED, hosted by hedge fund manager and New York Times best-selling author Phil Town and his daughter Danielle, is the perfect stock market education for beginners. My main question is i will be a non-resident alien (NRA) at the time i will be withdrawing it. Case Study #2: Joe -- off to a fast start! She is the younger half-sister of Simon Collins and Joely Collins, who are Phil Collins 's children with his first wife, Andrea Collins; and older half-sister of Nicholas and Matthew, Phil's children with his third wife. I write in-depth articles about all things related to finance and loans. I was wondering if you could help me understand this. I really resonate with your book, and I need someone to help guide me in the right direction. Most of us are paycheck to paycheck. I have to look at that book again one of these days. I am a college professor and I want to give it to all my advisees. ). I would be happy to discuss more with you on a call if you are interested. I agree with your calculations but the first question that has to be answered in non-economic. Listening to that interview, knowing what is about to happen. It seems to me this person is probably just uploading audio books without respecting copyright claims. And Im thankful you put it in blog form because for me, as unethical as it may sound, I can read it at my desk job during slow periods. Me and Mrs Why925 got inspired 7-8 years ago on MMM and ERE blogs and after reading Rich dad poor dad, Your money or your life and 4 hour workweek. Mr.Collins, Instead, the Stock Market Game captures teens attention but not the lessons they need to learn about investing. . An easy read. F-you Money: John Goodman v. jlcollinsnh How I failed my daughter and a simple path to wealth My path for my kid the first ten years What we own and why we own it What we own and why we own it: 2018 The smoother path to wealth Putting the Simple Path to wealth into action Why I can't pick winning stocks, and you can't either I want to take money from 401 k and transfer it and buy more rental property, How can I invest in Vanguard to get quarterly income? I have been following your stuff in the last two months. Gimme a break. If I own a treasury issued by the United States government that is good for 10 years and pays a 3% yield, I can be assured that I will earn my 3% coupon every year for 10 years and then receive my initial investment back at the end of the term (unless the government goes away or defaults and we have a much larger problem). Thanks for your help on this! . https://jlcollinsnh.com/2014/06/10/stocks-part-xxiii-selecting-your-asset-allocation/, Haha yeah, you almost had me fooled with the April Fools post! What I mean is augment the information in the book to address some important asides and create a condensed version (maybe you already have one in this: https://jlcollinsnh.com/2011/06/08/how-i-failed-my-daughter-and-a-simple-path-to-wealth/, starting with It starts with nine basics. Would you or have you changed your plan? But I say, if you read my book, or you try to read my book, and your eyes are still glazing over, and this is just not something you want to deal with, then I think a target-date fund is probably a pretty good solution. Jim you called and I was traveling. Reply. Benz: This is a great list. Rama. I am not able to find it. Rather, he does a good job of making you aware of how much you can lose. Its expense ratio is 0.15 similar to Target retirement funds. But to me, a bond funds seem to have the limited upside that is a feature of bonds with all the volatility of stocks. While I know nothing about investing options in other countries, the principles are the same: Keep it simple, broad based and low cost. I would greatly appreciate your view on my article: http://tenfactorialrocks.com/how-to-invest-efficiently/. In addition, if I do decide to take the lump sum of $200,000 it will be taxed. You may want to read one of Jims case studies on investing a lump sum in VTSAXthere is one where there is a guy with $35K and he recommends putting the entire amount in VTSAX: The Simple Path to Wealth by JL Collins is designed as a one-stop roadmap to financial freedom. Is there an interior designer in the house? Peace S&P 500 ETF Great concept. And, of course, I had no idea that he'd done that. Will be recommending the book to friends. Hopefully, hell write about it. Regardless, ours must remain a platonic relationship. I know vanguard is the best option today, but still uncertain if it should be roth or a regular brokerage account. So during this 10 year period, I know that at least a part of my portfolio will be positive no matter what my investments in the stock market are doing (ie a good hedge). What this audiobook provides her, and others who are less than finance-obsessed, is a simple . Our software helps self-directed investors automate their investments in their brokerage account. They dont exist. Can we get the publish agreement directly form you? For a refresher: https://jlcollinsnh.com/2017/04/14/sell-sell-sell-sell/. Made 18% in six months and thought Id wait for the stocks to stop falling. Well, they are now 164and climbing! I would love to write a guest post for your site, because I am currently trying to build my personal profile, and I would love to write a few articles related to personal finance and loans. Today I found the Earn and Invest episode you recorded with DocG back in March 2020 Are we overreacting? The minimum for VTSAX is now $3,000, so Id buy that directly from Vanguard. I hate fees (and now that Im educated, taxes). Anyways my engineering school was cheaper than most ($46K) and it still got me the degree I wanted, Renewable Energy Engineering. My name is Robin Poon and I am editor of a publication called Investors Digest of Canada. Good to know at least one person is interested! This has been discussed elsewhere on the blog and I believe I have all the relevant posts updated, but if you spot one Ive missed please let me know. I want to grow the pools, then maximize them for tax-efficiency, charitable giving, and to benefit my heirs. Thanks Jim The stock market is just a way for you to lose money. And I imagine that's going to be the reaction a lot of these people who go into these meme stocks, or who just go into the stock market in general without taking the time to educate themselves, and the market will leave you bloody if you do that, and most people are going to say, Wow, that's a terrible thing. Hi James L. Collins from Wilmette! I don't know the answer to that question. We also respect individual opinionsthey represent the unvarnished thinking of our people and exacting analysis of our research processes. Jim has preached constantly about the inevitable drops in the market and how you shouldnt overreact and panic sell. I have two comments and an inquiry. Well, JL, the information you provide in your book as well as your blog give credence to the Occams Razor principle. This fund invests 60% in stocks and 40% in bonds. On your Jan. 30, 2014 post, there is a place in Spain with bullfighting ring. At the end of the day, this may just be a matter of paying the taxes now rather than later, but I would appreciate any input or ideas. There was the pretty sharp drop during COVID. Regards, In fact, if you are willing, Id love to see you add your comment above to that post and the discussion there. At the end of the journey, the promise of freedom is both invigorating and terrifying. Your voice Note that today is 2021 and things have changed since the publishing of your book. But, as I say in that post, Im not strongly opposed to it either. I may be able to work when done for a federal program to repay that loan too. I read somewhere that overtime, this outperformance may fade away. My kids asked me to run a series of seminars on my philosophies. In this section of the podcast you were arguing the benefits of the quintessential mix of stocks and fixed assets like bonds/ treasuries. You might post your specific questions here: I dont feel comfortable discussing race in a public site, as anyway none of this matters in the journey to FI. Thanks a lot for the quick reaponse.huge respect.. Hi JL! It's the one that's garnered me the most hate, and it's the one that's also garnered me the most love. Just let me know. Im afraid insurance is out of my wheelhouse. Im now convinced, thanks to your book and Mr. Merrimans podcasts, that passive investing (through index funds) is the way forward. I have been wanting to write for a long time, I hope all is well with you. Then we started binging on any blogs FIRE related. Sure, you will eventually win if you have many many years and a lot of money you cant touch. have around 95K in 401k, started 2012. this is in addition to my non-US investment. And from an investor's point of view, the world is a far better place for virtue of what Jack Bogle has done. Hi Jim, I just wanted to let you know how much your advice helped me! Stocks -- Part XXXI: Too hot. Hi JL, Hi, Jim. You made my day! For some people buying a house IS the right emotional decision and so long as they are cognizant of the associated cost there is no intrinsically right or wrong choice. I agree, theres lots to do in life besides work. My whole family will sure benefit from it. My questions are: Eight years from the 4th of March, 1869, he will be about fifty-six years old. It was revealing that Grant, still haunted by his prewar fear of poverty, analyzed the presidency through the lens of financial security. Not sure I will be reading your financial guide past page 10. 1. I think that's a great idea as a money lesson for your children. Heres a podcast episode to get you started: Best wishes to you and your family! Had to re-read a few passages, but well worth it. Collins: I think there's been a lot of hand-wringing about the 4% rule of late in the last few years, and it kind of reminds me of a few hundred years ago, theologians evidently were debating about how many angels can dance on the head of a pin. March 13, 2020 was a good time to be buying Vtsax as it was around $60. Case Study #10: Should Josiah buy his parents a house? But I think that if you are young and your goal is to achieve financial independence, one of the key things you want to do is keep your housing expenses as low as possible. Case Study #I: Putting the Simple Path to Wealth into Action. And maybe if you bought a house today in San Francisco, 20 years from now, for some reason San Francisco declines and becomes the next Detroit. I'm also very impressed with Zuckerberg. FULL PENSION . Our authors can publish views that we may or may not agree with, but they show their work, distinguish facts from opinions, and make sure their analysis is clear and in no way misleading or deceptive. 4: my goal is not necessarily to retire early as i enjoy what i do and want to do it for very long time, but i do want financial freedom. It should be the Chicago Trib Headlines! Let me start thinking about it. Would it make sense to take the lump sum of $200,000 and receive $39,403.80 per year pension or leave the lump sum in and receive $56,042.88 per year? So, instead, I wrote a summary post covering costs, efficient frontier and why 100% stocks, and pointed the readers to your stock series for elaborate study. Ive been reading for a year or two and love the site. If you have an emergency, use your credit cards. My name is Laura, I head Marketing Partnerships at Plastiq. Maybe the real wage growth flows into products or new versions of products which no one really needs? Thanks in advance for any insights. So, I'm going to break it up into $10,000 chunks and I'm going to invest it over the next year. Well, if the market goes up, the second month you invest you're getting fewer shares for your $10,000 and the third fewer and fewer. First, Id go here: But still . While I dont really follow his reasoning, and remain suspicious that like most hedge fund managers hes likely looking to flog his own financial product as a solution, I think hes worth considering given his track record. You may read my thoughts about it I promise not to spam you, and I respect your answer whatever you decide. Im just looking to clarify one thing regard F-U money. We are currently both full time parents for our toddler twin boys planning new future adventures. I think if people have been listening, they've concluded buy total stock market index, add bonds as you go along, avoid homeownership. And it took me a decade after that, maybe a little longer, to finally let it sink in. And the feeling was that if people owned their own home, they'd be more settled, they'd be less likely to be restive. The negligence that led me to DIY investing, Part XXXVI: Estate Planning 101 -- The Simple Path to an Estate Plan, The Top 9 (Bad) Arguments Against Bitcoin, Investing with Vanguard for Europeans: 2020 update. Is FID 500 Index similar to VTSAX? Second option is to pay them cash of $5105. Im in my 50s and have always been led to believe that you cant go wrong with real estate and hear people talk about their investment properties . I went to the automatic investments page on Vanguard, and saw that it does allow me to setup a monthly investment of $500 into VTSAX. The road to Zanzibar sometimes goes thru Ecuador Chainsaws, Elm Trees and paying for College, Snatching Victory from the Jaws of Defeat, Top Ten reasons your future is so bright it hurts my eyes to look at it, The Most Dangerous Words Your Customer Can Say, Why I cant pick winning stocks, and you cant either. From busboy, produce, clerk, and gas station attendant, to ad agency founder, sales trainer, radio co-host, and publisher. I found your site in late 2015 and it has made a dramatic difference in how I approach finance. Just to close, I wanted to get back to your Simple Path to Wealth. You dont need to be a financial genius to make this work. Pavlin Yakimov. And as we talked about a little bit earlier, nobody knows when these drops are coming. Thanks for it all! DEBT: Student Loans + A few credit cards along the way = BAD (guilt shame embarrassment etc). Having just finished your book, and graduation around the corner, Id like to get all 15 seniors a copy of your book. How about for someone in their 50s that has a decent growing retirement plan? It worked on me. Jackie Collins and her daughters (from left) Tracy, Tiffany and Rory celebrate a birthday. You can email me at 27Goodthings at gmail dot com when youre done or if you have other questions. Enjoy your Spitfire. Id be grateful for your thoughts on two questions which I cannot find answers for (perhaps too basic for most readers). Are there any other Vanguard funds on the TSE that could suit my needs better? Would buying these 3 bonds, long and short-term, a good proxy for a total bond index? Hello. Let me first give me background. That is 6.8 and 6.1 TWRR respectively. great ideas!! but remind me never to play pool with you for $$. Regardless, it kept me out of trouble to not drink and yeah I could save money this way too! However, I just dont have to the time to become as involved in your site as you suggest. But I think for most people, it's going to end in tears, or it probably already has ended in tears. Dividends reinvested, buy never sell! However, 401(k) plans frequently have hidden fees and I tend not to trust investment companies other than Vanguard. Are you concerned that 4% could be too high in an era in which equity valuations are quite high and bond yields are so low? Bills book was a lovely and simple read and well worth it. https://jlcollinsnh.com/2018/06/28/stocks-part-xxxiv-how-to-unload-your-unwanted-stocks-and-funds/#comment-4220324. I think if you change that and said 4% guideline, then you're good, because 4% is not a hard and fast rule. Consignment Shops: Best business model ever? My first real job was in an ice cream parlor, although I spent most of my time in the back scrubbing out the big metal ice cream cans. Section of the podcast you were arguing the benefits of the podcast you were arguing the of... 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