Episode 385: Celebrating Generosity And Friends, Mixing It Up With Bonds, And Portfolio Reviews As Of December 6, 2024
Dec 8, 2024
Listeners are treated to inspiring stories of generosity, including a notable contribution to the Father McKenna Center and a listener's impressive milestone of three million dollars in liquid assets. The discussion shifts to the intricate dance of bond allocations in retirement portfolios, urging a personalized approach for stability. With humor and camaraderie, the hosts share amusing anecdotes from a dinner and tackle listener emails, all while conducting an insightful portfolio performance review that keeps audiences engaged and informed.
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Ashley's Generosity
Listener Ashley donated $500 to the Father McKenna Center and received an employer match.
She reached her $3 million liquid asset goal and inquired about Frank's financial coaching.
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Support Father McKenna Center
Consider donating to the Father McKenna Center, a charity supporting the hungry and homeless in D.C.
They operate efficiently with low overhead due to donated facilities and volunteer support.
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Dinner with The Dude
Frank and Mary dined with listener Alexi, a medical professional, at a Jose Andres restaurant.
Alexi treated them to dinner and discussed portfolio building.
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In this episode we answer emails from Ashley, Alexi (a/k/a "the Dude"), and Sean. We discuss our charity and my financial coaching on the side, fun times with the Dude, and an overview of the use of bonds in a portfolio and principles of portfolio construction. For reference, earlier bond episodes mentioned are 14, 16, 75 and 78, 142, 186 and 232, although there are others you can find on the RSS feed page.
And THEN we our go through our weekly portfolio reviews of the eight sample portfolios you can find at Portfolios | Risk Parity Radio.
Ever wondered how to optimize your portfolio during the distribution phase of your financial journey? Picture this: you're sitting at a cozy dive bar, sipping your favorite drink, while we unravel the art of asset allocation in a way that's both enlightening and entertaining. Join me as I share Ashley's inspiring story, a listener who not only hit an impressive milestone of three million dollars in liquid assets but also made a generous donation to the Father McKenna Center. Her journey is a testament to the power of community and the surprising impact of employer matching in charitable giving.
Brace yourself for a lively tête-à-tête on financial consultation and strategy, complete with tales of delightful dinners and the irreplaceable warmth of human interaction. Discover how a simple evening out with listener Alexi turned into a treasure trove of insights into building portfolios that cater to substantial spending for loved ones. Amidst the laughter and pop culture references, you'll hear musings on AI's role in podcasting and why the human touch remains a cherished component of our discussions in an automated world.
As we meander through the intricacies of bond investing, prepare to challenge conventional wisdom with modern tools like Portfolio Visualizer and Monte Carlo simulations. We'll explore the nuances of bond ETFs and strategic cash allocations, advocating for a more nuanced approach to retirement planning. From understanding the dynamics between stocks and bonds to critiquing typical cash hoarding habits, this episode promises a hearty mix of humor, insight, and practical advice. So grab a seat, and let's embark on this journey to demystify investment strategies while keeping it all delightfully entertaining.
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