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Two Sides of FI

How NOT to FIRE - Part 1 (Pre-FI/RE)

Oct 4, 2021
36:12
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Learn from real stories about avoiding financial mistakes on the path to FI, including tragic losses from stock picking, portfolio drops from sector investing, regrets of saving too aggressively, and partner conflicts over FIRE ambitions.
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Quick takeaways

  • Stick to index fund investing for financial stability and growth.
  • Maintain a balanced approach to FIRE to avoid burnout and prioritizing financial goals over personal happiness.

Deep dives

Investing Fallacy: Choosing Individual Stocks Over Index Funds

Many individuals on the path to financial independence often believe they can outperform the market by picking individual stocks instead of relying on index funds. This illusion of beating the market can lead to significant losses, as highlighted by a case discussed in the podcast. The importance of index fund investing as a more stable and proven strategy is emphasized, showcasing the pitfalls of deviating from this tried-and-true investment approach.

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