Stock Investing Series by JL Collins

Can middle-class earners really retire as millionaires? Absolutely! Discover effective investment strategies focused on the power of compounding returns. Learn how prioritizing financial independence and managing expenses can outshine the allure of consumerism. The podcast explores the significance of financial responsibility and how it can reshape the economy. Thoughtful consumption can lead to sustainability and promote a financially independent society. Tune in for practical tips to redefine your financial future!

Discover simple yet effective portfolio strategies for building and preserving wealth at any age. Learn about a straightforward approach tailored for young investors that focuses on consistent contributions and minimal effort. Explore the semi-retirement strategy that balances growth and stability for seasoned investors. The discussion emphasizes the benefits of index funds and provides insights into strategic asset allocation, combining stocks, real estate, and bonds for optimal wealth management.

Discover how simplifying your investment strategy can yield better results with minimal time commitment. Learn why index funds outperform actively managed funds and what tools can help you diversify effectively. Explore the unique trustworthiness of Vanguard and why it stands out among investment firms, aligning its interests with shareholders. This discussion equips you with essential insights to enhance your financial journey while allowing you more freedom to enjoy life.

How does deflation and inflation influence stock prices? How do you spot a stock market crash before it happens? And how do you survive a stock market crash and hedge against inflation? JL answers these questions and more on episode number 4: Stock Market Crashes, Deflation, and a Bit on Inflation. Today’s episode is brought to you by Talent Stacker. If you’re stuck in a job you don’t like making too little money without any flexibility, it might be time to consider a change. Check out JL’s review here to see how Talent Stacker can help. Notes & Links: Stock Series Part 4 blog post: https://jlcollinsnh.com/2012/04/29/stocks-part-iv-the-big-ugly-event/ Hyperinflation: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hyperinflation 

There are 4 reasons why most people lose money in the stock market: We panic when times are tough and buy when the market is soaring. We believe we can pick individual stocks. We believe we can pick winning mutual fund managers. We play in the wrong end of the pool. In this episode, you'll learn how to avoid the traps that cause people to buy high and sell low. Today’s episode is brought to you by Talent Stacker. If you’re stuck in a job you don’t like making too little money without any flexibility, it might be time to consider a change. Check out JL’s review here to see how Talent Stacker can help. Notes & Links: Stock Series Part 3 blog post: https://jlcollinsnh.com/2012/04/25/stocks-part-iii-most-people-lose-money-in-the-market/ Why I Can't Pick Winning Stocks and You Can't Either: https://jlcollinsnh.com/2011/06/02/why-i-cant-pick-winning-stocks-and-you-cant-either/ Dividend Growth Investing: https://jlcollinsnh.com/2011/12/27/dividend-growth-investing/

In the last episode JL talked about the inevitability of stock market crashes. In today's episode, he gives  primer to index funds and Vanguard's VTSAX index fund. He also shares a personal story of how not to invest during a market crash. Also, in this episode you'll hear the AI voice stumble a couple of times. While none of the important information was lost, it has promised to do better…  Today’s episode is brought to you by Talent Stacker. If you’re stuck in a job you don’t like making too little money without any flexibility, it might be time to consider a change. Check out JL’s review here to see how Talent Stacker can help. Notes & Links: Stock Series Part 2 blog post: https://jlcollinsnh.com/2012/04/19/stocks-part-ii-the-market-always-goes-up/  VTSAX: https://investor.vanguard.com/investment-products/mutual-funds/profile/vtsax 

How do you stay calm when investing? Your emotions are the first thing you must master to become a successful investor. Why? Because it's not if a market crash will happen—it's when… Today’s episode is brought to you by Talent Stacker. If you’re stuck in a job you don’t like making too little money without any flexibility, it might be time to consider a change. Check out JL’s review here to see how Talent Stacker can help. Notes & Links: Stock Series Part 1 blog post: https://jlcollinsnh.com/2012/04/15/stocks-part-1-theres-a-major-market-crash-coming-and-dr-lo-cant-save-you/  Money Magazine article with Dr. Lo: https://money.cnn.com/2012/03/02/pf/efficient_market.moneymag/index.htm  Adaptive Market Hypothesis: https://www.investopedia.com/terms/a/adaptive-market-hypothesis.asp Asset allocation posts: https://jlcollinsnh.com/2012/05/12/stocks-part-vi-portfolio-ideas-to-build-and-keep-your-wealth/ https://jlcollinsnh.com/2014/06/10/stocks-part-xxiii-selecting-your-asset-allocation/ 

This podcast version of the Stock Investing Series from the JL Collins blog has been recorded using an AI voice clone, with JL's permission. This intro will tell you why we chose to use a voice clone and cover the necessary legal disclaimers. Notes & Links: Stock Series blog posts on the blog: https://jlcollinsnh.com/stock-series/  AI voice clone tool we used: https://elevenlabs.io/