Is Compound Interest Hurting You? | Phil Town
Compound interest is powerful, but you must start taking advantage of it early on in your life. Einstein called it the “8th wonder of the world.” Today, I discuss some of the advantages of compound interest, a few pitfalls, and…
Picking a Stock Broker | InvestED Podcast
Picking a stock broker can seem confusing because there are several options out there. In today’s clip from the InvestED podcast, Danielle and I discuss how to pick stock brokers and explain why it’s so important to do your research…
Berkshire Hathaway Annual Letter Recap | InvestED Podcast
Warren Buffett’s highly anticipated shareholder letter was released this past weekend, offering investors a glimpse into Berkshire Hathaway’s inner workings. In this clip from the InvestED podcast, Danielle and I discuss a few key takeaways from the annual letter to…
How Shorting the Market Works | InvestED Podcast
Short sellers can almost be regarded as the “watchdogs” of the market, as they discover inconsistencies or other questionable practices before the entire market does. In today’s clip from the InvestED podcast, Danielle and I discuss the role of shorting…
Is Hyperinflation Coming? | Phil Town
As a result of the pandemic, the government has attempted to help people with aid such as stimulus checks and small business loans. Today, I want to discuss why this kind of spending has a lot of people worried about…
Is Gold Actually an Investment? | Phil Town
Many people are worried about inflation and how it will impact the value of the U.S. dollar. People might start to look for alternative investments, like gold for example. Today I want to talk to you about the pros and…
Phil’s Diversification Strategy | Phil Town
As an investor, it’s more important to be selective and confident in a few investments rather than own stocks in several different industries. Today I want to talk to you about how much you need to diversify your portfolio when…
Your Investing Questions Answered! | Phil Town
The companies we invest in will have a direct impact on the world in 10-20 years. This is why you must love what you own. On today’s clip from the InvestED podcast, Danielle and I announce the winners of the…
Is a Market Crash Coming? | Phil Town
I don’t have a crystal ball, but we can get a rough idea of whether or not there might be a stock market crash based on fairly regular patterns and historical events. Today, I dive into a few reasons as…
Biggest Investing Mistakes with Jeremy Deal | InvestED Podcast
The most successful investors’ journeys are still fraught with errors. As painful as these investing mistakes are at the time, you can use them to become a better investor. In today’s clip from the InvestED podcast, Jeremy Deal sits down…
A Volatile Year in Review | Phil Town
With all of the ups and downs we experienced in 2020, hopefully you can take a few investing lessons and implement them throughout the new year. Today, I provide a recap and discuss major takeaways from 2020 that investors of…
Innovation with Annalisa Gigante | InvestED Podcast
Do innovative companies always make great investments? In today’s clip from the InvestED podcast, Annalisa Gigante sits down with Danielle to discuss the concept of disruptive innovation, and how to find signs of innovation in companies before you invest in…
Luck vs. Skill in Investing | InvestED Podcast
Investing in the stock market does not involve gambling. It requires a strategy and a solid foundation of knowledge. In this clip from today’s InvestED podcast, Jake Taylor sits down with Danielle to discuss luck vs. skill in investing, and…
How to Invest $5,000 During a Recession | Phil Town
So, you have $5,000 saved up and you’re ready to invest, but what should you do? Believe it or not, there are things investors can do NOW to set themselves up for financial freedom down the road. Today, I discuss…
Mindsets and Processes for Investing | InvestED Podcast
What’s coming next in the stock market? In today’s clip from the InvestED Podcast, Jake Taylor—Chief Executive Officer of Farnam Street Investments—sits down with Danielle to discuss his investing process and how he keeps a rational mindset during moments of…
5 Mistakes Saving for Retirement | Phil Town
There is a big difference between passively “saving for retirement” and actively making sure you are setting yourself up for financial freedom and the lifestyle you want to live. Today, I discuss the common mistakes people make while planning for…
Lies Your Financial Advisors Tells You | Phil Town
A big misconception people have about investing is that they think they have to work with a financial advisor to be successful. But oftentimes, they don’t have your best interest in mind. Today, I discuss some of the common lies…
How to Clone Investors | Phil Town
Cloning refers to the strategy of following or copying the ideas of famous investors or fund managers. In this clip from the latest InvestED podcast episode, Danielle and I discuss why and how Rule #1 investors can take advantage of…
Black Friday 2020 Impact on Stock Market | Phil Town
With the current environment, what will Black Friday 2020 look like and what impact will it have on the market as we move into 2021? Today, I want to lay out both the positive and negative impacts businesses may face…
The Election’s Over: Now What? | Phil Town
This election has already had a big impact on the stock market, and investors need to prepare for whatever may come next. In today’s video, I answer questions my fans had about the results of the 2020 election and what…