2572: Utility on Investment by Tynan on Financial Freedom
Jan 1, 2024
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Tynan challenges conventional investment wisdom, advocating for a broader view of 'utility on investment.' He shares personal examples like his RV and art collection, emphasizing the significant returns in terms of lifestyle improvements and cost savings. Discover the value of investing in items that improve quality of life, learn about the shutdown of Mint, and understand the challenges of determining the utility of purchases.
Investing in experiences and resources that enhance life's quality can lead to higher returns on investment.
By considering the utility a purchase brings, individuals can find opportunities for higher returns on their investments and decrease mandatory expenses over time.
Deep dives
Investing beyond financial returns
Investing money solely for financial returns is limited. The podcast episode suggests diversifying one's portfolio to earn utility on money. For example, instead of investing in stocks or real estate, investing in an RV provided the host with a worry-free place to live, fixed living costs, and a unique experience. By considering the utility a purchase brings beyond its financial return, individuals can find opportunities for higher returns on their investments.
Competing on utility instead of financial returns
While professionals compete for the highest financial returns on investments, very few compete on utility. The podcast episode highlights how individuals can achieve much higher returns by focusing on the utility side. For instance, the host saved $144,000 in rent over eight years by buying an RV, resulting in a non-compounding return of almost 30% consistently. By exploring alternative investments and considering the utility they provide, individuals can maximize the value they get from their money.
Increasing quality of life while lowering costs
Capital allocation focused on utility allows individuals to continually increase their quality of life while lowering costs. By investing in experiences and resources that bring long-term utility, individuals can decrease their mandatory expenses over time. The podcast episode emphasizes the importance of analyzing the utility gained from purchases and considering how money can be invested to permanently improve one's life. This approach not only enhances quality of life but also creates opportunities for financial freedom.
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Episode 2572:
Tynan from Tynan.com challenges conventional investment wisdom, advocating for a broader view of 'utility on investment.' He shares personal examples like his RV and art collection, emphasizing the significant, often overlooked returns in terms of lifestyle improvements and cost savings. Tynan's approach is about investing in experiences and resources that enhance life's quality while reducing future expenses, illustrating a unique path to financial freedom.