Barron's Streetwise Pensions, Naked Puts, Low-Sin Investing
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Dec 26, 2025 Dive into listener questions ranging from understanding pensions as fixed income to the nuances of value versus growth investing. Discover the mechanics of covered calls and the potential risks of selling naked puts. Engaging discussions on avoiding sin stocks highlight the impact of personal values on investment choices. Plus, Jack offers insights on leverage and the pitfalls of trading with borrowed money. Tune in for a unique blend of financial strategies and personal finance tips!
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Count Your Pension As Fixed Income
- Treat a reliable pension as fixed income when you build your asset allocation.
- Use rules of thumb (e.g., 4% withdrawal) to translate pension income into an equivalent asset amount to adjust stock/bond mix.
Tilt Toward Value Cautiously
- You can tilt toward value but timing is very hard and often wrong.
- If hedging growth exposure, prefer low-cost ETFs or dividend funds that are cheaper and provide income.
Skip Complex Options If Unsure
- Avoid complicated options strategies unless you clearly understand the risks and costs.
- Prefer buying stocks or funds you want to own rather than selling naked puts or writing covered calls to chase income.