A few episodes ago, Phil and Danielle talked about the future of the market – how it’s changing, where it’s going, and what would happen if interest rates go up. Continuing on that conversation, tune in to this episode of InvestED where Phil and Danielle dig into what would happen if the Federal Reserve raises interest rates and how much they could raise them without crushing the economy. And, don’t miss as they start discussing changes in inflation.To stay prepared for any changes in inflation or to the market as a whole, claim your FREE copy of the Rule #1 12-Month Planner: https://bit.ly/31ImPCl Topics discussed in this podcast: Inflation The future of the economy & markets Supply & labor bottlenecks Wage increase Substitution Additional resources discussed in this podcast: Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED) FRED M1 Chart Shadowstats For show notes and more information visit www.investedpodcast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Rule #1 Investing method is a lot of research and waiting for the right time. But when is the right time? Is it okay to compromise somewhere throughout your journey? This week on InvestED, Phil and Danielle discuss using the “margin of safety” when looking to buy their stocks. Truth is, while the Rule #1 Investing Method will put you on the right track, there’s still so much opportunity to be flexible depending on your own situation and values.Tune in to learn how to define your margin of safety to help you avoid investing mistakes – whether it be ignoring your margin of safety, or staying too far within the lines of it.To help keep yourself on track for success as you navigate your financial future, download the FREE 12 Month Planner that will help you organize your priorities and promises to set yourself up for financial gain in 2022: https://bit.ly/31ImPCl Topics discussed in this podcast: How to tell if you’ve made a mistake Defining your own investing rules Difference between founder-led and non-founder led companies Additional resources discussed in this podcast: Lou Simpson Passed Away Activision Scandal & Stock Patterns For show notes and more information visit www.investedpodcast.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Is there a change coming to the market? Whether you believe there is or not, knowing when and how to invest can be a confusing and overwhelming process for some. But there’s one way to feel certain and confident about your investment decisions: Investing the Rule #1 Way.Join Phil and Danielle Town as they dive into the history of the market, what to expect of it in the future, and why value investing will allow you to feel confident and stable with your investments during market fluctuations. To put yourself on the track to financial success, download the FREE 12 Month Planner that will help you organize your priorities and promises to set yourself up for financial gain in 2022: https://bit.ly/31ImPCl Topics discussed in this podcast: Value Investing Emotional Investing When to Buy & Sell History of the Stock Market Control Company for Investors Additional resources discussed in this podcast: Biggest Investing Mistakes with Jeremy Deal How Investing Works For show notes and more information visit www.investedpodcast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It may not be fast or flashy, but the Rule #1 way of investing that Phil and Danielle have been following for more than 7 years works for a reason: those who follow the Rule #1 way actually understand the strategy of how to invest instead of gambling on getting lucky.While there are many ways to successfully invest, Phil and Danielle run through the positives and negatives of each in this first podcast episode of 2022.Tune in as they also walk through the history of the market, how it can help you understand what’s going on in the market today, and how you can use that knowledge to understand how to invest your money for the best.To learn more about how to successfully invest your money in the new year and beyond, download a copy of Phil’s Complete Guide to Investing for FREE here: https://bit.ly/3mVqxQs Topics discussed in this podcast: Interest Rates Buffett Investing Long Term Investing Bond Investing Additional resources discussed in this podcast: Shiller PE Ratio Net-Net strategy For show notes and more information visit www.investedpodcast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This year has been quite the rollercoaster for many of us. We’ve all been through a lot and we continue to face the constant changes that life throws at us. But, when you put in the effort to find that one thing in your life that allows you to transcend and pull back from what is truly happening in the world, you’ll be able to find yourself at peace.This week, Phil and Danielle Town take a look back on 2021 and reflect on everything that has happened. They discuss how to be your best self by practicing a form of meditation that’s best for you and allows you to clear your mind and go beyond your abilities. To start off the New Year with a plan to succeed and be your best self, register for Phil’s Transformational Investing Webinar where you can learn how to invest as a beginner. Sign up here: https://bit.ly/3sDcmTJ Topics discussed in this podcast: A look back at 2021 Life’s constant changes Learning how to transcend Using meditations Beginning your investing journey  For show notes and more information visit www.investedpodcast.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Last week, Phil and Danielle talked about one of the two extremes of Warren Buffett’s Investing strategies: Net-Nets. This week, the investing duo discusses the other extreme: Options. As the market started booming again post World War II, Buffett found the Net-Net strategy to be extremely difficult, so he transitioned to trading options – a riskier, but higher return strategy.Tune in as Phil and Danielle explain everything you need to know about options trading, why it should not be considered as investing, and what is in between both of Buffett’s two investing extremes.To learn more about how to successfully invest as a beginner, download a copy of Phil’s Complete Guide to Investing for FREE here: https://bit.ly/3oSjWaK Topics discussed in this podcast: The Net-Net Investment Strategy & History Options Trading Investing Extremes Put Option Call Option Meme Stocks Additional resources discussed in this podcast: The Net-Net Strategy Explained The Complete Guide to Investing for Beginners  For show notes and more information visit www.investedpodcast.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There are two extremes of Warren Buffett’s Investing Strategies, and one of those extremes is Net-Nets.The Net-Net Strategy was actually developed by economist Benjamin Graham, who Buffett studied under after graduating from Columbia. The Net-Net strategy is generally seen as an extremely conservative investment strategy, and after following it throughout the great depression, Benjamin Graham saw extreme success.Join Phil and Danielle as they dive deeper and explain the history of Net-Nets, how and why to use them today, and briefly touch on the other extreme of Buffett’s investing strategies.To learn more about how to successfully invest as a beginner, download a copy of Phil’s Complete Guide to Investing for FREE here: https://bit.ly/3oSjWaK Topics discussed in this podcast: The Net-Net Investment Strategy & History Stock Options Investing Extremes Additional resources discussed in this podcast: Investing Checklist Logistics - Part 1 Investing Checklist Logistics - Part 2 Net-Net Definition  For show notes and more information visit www.investedpodcast.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After walking through the first few steps of the Investing Checklist -- Munger’s 4 Principles, Ackman’s 8 Point Checklist, basic valuation, and research -- what comes next?A good place to start is by choosing a company or industry that’s relatively easy for you to understand and practice digging deeper in research using the checklist...even if you don’t end up investing in that company.Join Phil and Danielle as they continue their conversation about the Investing Checklist Logistics to dig even deeper and help you better understand the companies you’re interested in and the best process you should follow to see success when it comes time for you to invest.To see the must-have investing checklist Phil and Danielle use, download your own copy for FREE here: https://bit.ly/3Inmmpv Topics discussed in this podcast: Investing Checklist The Role of Competition Investing Research Investing Resources Additional resources discussed in this podcast: Investing Checklist Logistics - Part 1 Peter Thiel’s “Competition is for Losers” Innovation Stack by Jim McKelvey Must-Have 90 Question Investing Checklist Evernote  For show notes and more information visit www.investedpodcast.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sometimes the best thing you can do when it comes to investing successfully is nothing...at least until you know you’re 100% right about where you’re about to put your money. This week on InvestED, Phil and Danielle discuss the critical step to take after you’ve made it through the Investing Pyramid and before diving deeper into the investing checklist: Having Patience & Staying Simple.It’s no secret how effective the Rule #1 Investing Strategy is, and it’s because Rule #1 Investors do two things: They keep things simple and invest in what they know and believe They’re patient and wait for the best time to buy To learn how to pick the right stocks for your portfolio and help you keep things simple, download the 5-Step Checklist for How to Pick the Best Stocks for FREE here: https://bit.ly/3riDBSW Topics discussed in this podcast: Investing with Patience Investing Checklist How to Invest When to Invest Best Time to Invest Additional resources discussed in this podcast: Charlie Munger’s 4 Principles of Investing Bill Ackman’s 8 Point Checklist The Investment Checklist Pyramid Investing Checklist Logistics - Part 1 For show notes and more information visit www.investedpodcast.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

So you’ve made it through the first two steps of the investing pyramid and are now wondering what comes next?In this episode, Phil and Danielle walk through the first few steps of the Investing Checklist, explaining the importance of basic valuation, company research, and how your decision to include a company in your portfolio should be an iterative process.You’ll also learn about helpful resources Phil, Danielle, and Rule #1 Workshop attendees use to see success, which are also linked below.To dive deeper into the checklist, download your own copy of the must-have investing checklist for FREE here: https://bit.ly/303Fs2U Topics discussed in this podcast: Investing Checklist Company Valuation Investing Research Helpful investing tools Case Studies/Historical Examples of Companies that Have Passed the Investing Checklist Steps Additional resources discussed in this podcast: Warren Buffet Partnership Letters Warren Buffet Berkshire Letters Bill Ackman’s 8 Point Checklist Rule #1 Investing Checklist Charlie Munger’s 4 Principles of Investing Evernote For show notes and more information visit www.investedpodcast.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices