

December 2024 Mailbag: Portfolio-Level Thinking
Dec 25, 2024
This year's Mailbag is filled with inspiring investment stories, highlighting a 73-year-old teacher who found a passion for investing. Listeners discuss tricky topics like rebalancing strategies and the pros and cons of holding onto winners like Tesla. David emphasizes lifelong learning with a multigenerational lesson, reminding us that it's never too late to make smarter financial choices. The conversation wraps up on the importance of sharing knowledge and the joy of community as we head into a new year.
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Year-End Reflection
- Year-end perspective allows for valuable reflection and portfolio-level thinking.
- Consider three lessons learned in 2024 and share them.
A Gift That Paid Off
- Phyllis Hoffman gifted David Gardner's book to her nephew, Jason, who later became her financial advisor.
- Hoffman, a preschool teacher at 73, highlights the importance of seeking financial guidance, even later in life.
Choose Your Circle
- Surround yourself with people who embody the qualities you want to cultivate.
- Socializing with financially savvy individuals promotes better money management.