
Ask The Compound
Welcome to Ask The Compound, the weekly show where Ben Carlson, Duncan Hill, and a rotating cast of financial experts answer your questions about investing and personal finance. Ben is a leading financial writer and the Director of Institutional Asset Management at Ritholtz Wealth Management. Duncan is a podcast producer and the Director of Creative Media at Ritholtz Wealth Management.See our disclosures here - https://ritholtzwealth.com/podcast-youtube-disclosures/
Latest episodes

Mar 28, 2024 • 32min
An Alternative to the 60/40 Portfolio
On episode 117 of Ask The Compound, Ben Carlson and Duncan Hill are joined by Ritholtz Wealth Management CFO and tax specialist Bill Sweet to discuss the effects of high cash in a portfolio, paying down a mortgage today to refinance in the future, tax savings in ETFs vs mutual funds, and much more! Submit your Ask The Compound questions to askthecompoundshow@gmail.com!Subscribe to The Compound Newsletter for all the latest Compound content, live event announcements, find out who the next TCAF guest is, get updates on the latest merch drops, and much more! https://www.thecompoundnews.com/subscribe🎥 Watch this episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UJEJPkULA0o👕 Check out The Compound shop: https://www.idontshop.comThe Compound Media, Incorporated, an affiliate of Ritholtz Wealth Management, receives payment from various entities for advertisements in affiliated podcasts, blogs and emails. Inclusion of such advertisements does not constitute or imply endorsement, sponsorship or recommendation thereof, or any affiliation therewith, by the Content Creator or by Ritholtz Wealth Management or any of its employees. For additional advertisement disclaimers see here https://ritholtzwealth.com/advertising-disclaimers. Investments in securities involve the risk of loss. Any mention of a particular security and related performance data is not a recommendation to buy or sell that security. The information provided on this website (including any information that may be accessed through this website) is not directed at any investor or category of investors and is provided solely as general information.Investing involves the risk of loss. This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be regarded as personalized investment advice or relied upon for investment decisions. Duncan Hill and Ben Carlson are employees of Ritholtz Wealth Management and may maintain positions in the securities discussed in this video. All opinions expressed by them are solely their own opinion and do not reflect the opinion of Ritholtz Wealth Management.Obviously nothing on this channel should be considered as personalized financial advice or a solicitation to buy or sell any securities. See our disclosures here:https://ritholtzwealth.com/podcast-youtube-disclosures/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 21, 2024 • 37min
Is the S&P 500 Overvalued?
On episode 116 of Ask The Compound, Ben Carlson and Duncan Hill run through a backlog of the best viewer questions we've got! Submit your Ask The Compound questions to askthecompoundshow@gmail.com!Subscribe to The Compound Newsletter for all the latest Compound content, live event announcements, find out who the next TCAF guest is, get updates on the latest merch drops, and much more! https://www.thecompoundnews.com/subscribe🎥 Watch this episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8uZ0udFRkU0👕 Check out The Compound shop: https://www.idontshop.comThe Compound Media, Incorporated, an affiliate of Ritholtz Wealth Management, receives payment from various entities for advertisements in affiliated podcasts, blogs and emails. Inclusion of such advertisements does not constitute or imply endorsement, sponsorship or recommendation thereof, or any affiliation therewith, by the Content Creator or by Ritholtz Wealth Management or any of its employees. For additional advertisement disclaimers see here https://ritholtzwealth.com/advertising-disclaimers. Investments in securities involve the risk of loss. Any mention of a particular security and related performance data is not a recommendation to buy or sell that security. The information provided on this website (including any information that may be accessed through this website) is not directed at any investor or category of investors and is provided solely as general information.Investing involves the risk of loss. This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be regarded as personalized investment advice or relied upon for investment decisions. Duncan Hill and Ben Carlson are employees of Ritholtz Wealth Management and may maintain positions in the securities discussed in this video. All opinions expressed by them are solely their own opinion and do not reflect the opinion of Ritholtz Wealth Management.Obviously nothing on this channel should be considered as personalized financial advice or a solicitation to buy or sell any securities. See our disclosures here:https://ritholtzwealth.com/podcast-youtube-disclosures/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 14, 2024 • 34min
How Much Should You Have Saved in Your 30s?
On episode 115 of Ask The Compound, Ben Carlson and Duncan Hill are joined by Ritholtz Wealth Management Advisor and CFP Ben Coulthard to discuss what returns you should be content with over the long run, when to take profits, career advice for financial planners, the pros and cons of utilizing multiple advisors, and much more! Submit your Ask The Compound questions to askthecompoundshow@gmail.com!Thanks to Rocket Money for sponsoring this episode! Cancel your unwanted subscriptions by going to: https://rocketmoney.com/ATCSubscribe to The Compound Newsletter for all the latest Compound content, live event announcements, find out who the next TCAF guest is, get updates on the latest merch drops, and much more! https://www.thecompoundnews.com/subscribe🎥 Watch this episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IVF9ZmaW1xw&t=1587s👕 Check out The Compound shop: https://www.idontshop.comThe Compound Media, Incorporated, an affiliate of Ritholtz Wealth Management, receives payment from various entities for advertisements in affiliated podcasts, blogs and emails. Inclusion of such advertisements does not constitute or imply endorsement, sponsorship or recommendation thereof, or any affiliation therewith, by the Content Creator or by Ritholtz Wealth Management or any of its employees. For additional advertisement disclaimers see here https://ritholtzwealth.com/advertising-disclaimers. Investments in securities involve the risk of loss. Any mention of a particular security and related performance data is not a recommendation to buy or sell that security. The information provided on this website (including any information that may be accessed through this website) is not directed at any investor or category of investors and is provided solely as general information.Investing involves the risk of loss. This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be regarded as personalized investment advice or relied upon for investment decisions. Duncan Hill and Ben Carlson are employees of Ritholtz Wealth Management and may maintain positions in the securities discussed in this video. All opinions expressed by them are solely their own opinion and do not reflect the opinion of Ritholtz Wealth Management.Obviously nothing on this channel should be considered as personalized financial advice or a solicitation to buy or sell any securities. See our disclosures here:https://ritholtzwealth.com/podcast-youtube-disclosures/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 7, 2024 • 35min
What’s the Investment Case for Gold?
On episode 114 of Ask The Compound, Ben Carlson and Duncan Hill are joined by Ritholtz Wealth Management CFO and tax specialist Bill Sweet to discuss the benefits of investing in gold, over-diversifying your portfolio, how to utilize investment tax credits, and much more! Submit your Ask The Compound questions to askthecompoundshow@gmail.com!Subscribe to The Compound Newsletter for all the latest Compound content, live event announcements, find out who the next TCAF guest is, get updates on the latest merch drops, and much more! https://www.thecompoundnews.com/subscribe🎥 Watch this episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FAEXfdNE3Qo&t=933s👕 Check out The Compound shop: https://www.idontshop.comThe Compound Media, Incorporated, an affiliate of Ritholtz Wealth Management, receives payment from various entities for advertisements in affiliated podcasts, blogs and emails. Inclusion of such advertisements does not constitute or imply endorsement, sponsorship or recommendation thereof, or any affiliation therewith, by the Content Creator or by Ritholtz Wealth Management or any of its employees. For additional advertisement disclaimers see here https://ritholtzwealth.com/advertising-disclaimers. Investments in securities involve the risk of loss. Any mention of a particular security and related performance data is not a recommendation to buy or sell that security. The information provided on this website (including any information that may be accessed through this website) is not directed at any investor or category of investors and is provided solely as general information.Investing involves the risk of loss. This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be regarded as personalized investment advice or relied upon for investment decisions. Duncan Hill and Ben Carlson are employees of Ritholtz Wealth Management and may maintain positions in the securities discussed in this video. All opinions expressed by them are solely their own opinion and do not reflect the opinion of Ritholtz Wealth Management.Obviously nothing on this channel should be considered as personalized financial advice or a solicitation to buy or sell any securities. See our disclosures here:https://ritholtzwealth.com/podcast-youtube-disclosures/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Feb 29, 2024 • 33min
What’s the Biggest Risk to the Market?
Topics discussed in the podcast include winging a financial plan, Apple employee stock options, life insurance as an investment, pros and cons of life insurance, recession concerns, diverse market trading strategies, navigating stock grants, and understanding term vs. whole life insurance.

Feb 22, 2024 • 37min
How Do You Create Generational Wealth?
On episode 112 of Ask The Compound, Ben Carlson and Duncan Hill are joined by Ritholtz Wealth Management CIO Barry Ritholtz to discuss if it’s safe to buy a Peloton, if you should hedge semiconductor exposure, creating generational wealth, working in finance right out of college, and much more! Submit your Ask The Compound questions to askthecompoundshow@gmail.com!Thanks to Fabric by Gerber Life for sponsoring this episode! Visit meetfabric.com/ATC to learn more!🎥 Watch this episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UyoBC0eo1Io👕 Check out The Compound shop: https://www.idontshop.comThe Compound Media, Incorporated, an affiliate of Ritholtz Wealth Management, receives payment from various entities for advertisements in affiliated podcasts, blogs and emails. Inclusion of such advertisements does not constitute or imply endorsement, sponsorship or recommendation thereof, or any affiliation therewith, by the Content Creator or by Ritholtz Wealth Management or any of its employees. For additional advertisement disclaimers see here https://ritholtzwealth.com/advertising-disclaimers. Investments in securities involve the risk of loss. Any mention of a particular security and related performance data is not a recommendation to buy or sell that security. The information provided on this website (including any information that may be accessed through this website) is not directed at any investor or category of investors and is provided solely as general information.Investing involves the risk of loss. This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be regarded as personalized investment advice or relied upon for investment decisions. Duncan Hill and Ben Carlson are employees of Ritholtz Wealth Management and may maintain positions in the securities discussed in this video. All opinions expressed by them are solely their own opinion and do not reflect the opinion of Ritholtz Wealth Management.Obviously nothing on this channel should be considered as personalized financial advice or a solicitation to buy or sell any securities. See our disclosures here:https://ritholtzwealth.com/podcast-youtube-disclosures/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 15, 2024 • 38min
Career Advice from Downtown Josh Brown
Financial advisor Downtown Josh Brown joins the hosts to discuss career advice, TIPS, buying at all-time highs, and early retirement. They emphasize gaining experience at larger firms, the benefits of TIPS in hedging against inflation, and debunk the myth of avoiding investments at all-time highs. The conversation also covers market timing, investment strategies, and the implications of Federal Reserve rate cuts.

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Feb 8, 2024 • 36min
How Should You Invest at All-Time Highs?
On episode 110 of Ask The Compound, Ben Carlson and Duncan Hill are joined by CFP, CFA, and RWM Advisor Blair duQuesnay to discuss investing at all-time highs, transitioning to a single income, dealing with increased insurance costs, borrowing against retirement plans, and much more! Submit your Ask The Compound questions to askthecompoundshow@gmail.com!Thanks to Fabric by Gerber Life for sponsoring this episode! Visit meetfabric.com/ATC to learn more!🎥 Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtube.com/live/fAELu8k-1wk👕 Check out The Compound shop: https://www.idontshop.comThe Compound Media, Incorporated, an affiliate of Ritholtz Wealth Management, receives payment from various entities for advertisements in affiliated podcasts, blogs and emails. Inclusion of such advertisements does not constitute or imply endorsement, sponsorship or recommendation thereof, or any affiliation therewith, by the Content Creator or by Ritholtz Wealth Management or any of its employees. For additional advertisement disclaimers see here https://ritholtzwealth.com/advertising-disclaimers. Investments in securities involve the risk of loss. Any mention of a particular security and related performance data is not a recommendation to buy or sell that security. The information provided on this website (including any information that may be accessed through this website) is not directed at any investor or category of investors and is provided solely as general information.Investing involves the risk of loss. This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be regarded as personalized investment advice or relied upon for investment decisions. Duncan Hill and Ben Carlson are employees of Ritholtz Wealth Management and may maintain positions in the securities discussed in this video. All opinions expressed by them are solely their own opinion and do not reflect the opinion of Ritholtz Wealth Management.Obviously nothing on this channel should be considered as personalized financial advice or a solicitation to buy or sell any securities. See our disclosures here:https://ritholtzwealth.com/podcast-youtube-disclosures/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 1, 2024 • 34min
How to Save More Money
On episode 109 of Ask The Compound, Ben Carlson and Duncan Hill are joined by Bill Sweet, CFO and Tax Superstar to discuss the best allocation for saving for college, how much money a $70k truck costs you in the long run, tax implications when investing in bonds, and much more! Submit your Ask The Compound questions to askthecompoundshow@gmail.com!Stop wasting money on things you don’t use. Cancel your unwanted subscriptions by going to https://rocketmoney.com/atc🎥 Watch this episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pOa7E6vIZrI👕 Check out The Compound shop: https://www.idontshop.comWealthcast Media, an affiliate of Ritholtz Wealth Management, receives payment from various entities for advertisements in affiliated podcasts, blogs and emails. Inclusion of such advertisements does not constitute or imply endorsement, sponsorship or recommendation thereof, or any affiliation therewith, by the Content Creator or by Ritholtz Wealth Management or any of its employees. For additional advertisement disclaimers see here https://ritholtzwealth.com/advertising-disclaimers. Investments in securities involve the risk of loss. Any mention of a particular security and related performance data is not a recommendation to buy or sell that security. The information provided on this website (including any information that may be accessed through this website) is not directed at any investor or category of investors and is provided solely as general information.Investing involves the risk of loss. This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be regarded as personalized investment advice or relied upon for investment decisions. Duncan Hill and Ben Carlson are employees of Ritholtz Wealth Management and may maintain positions in the securities discussed in this video. All opinions expressed by them are solely their own opinion and do not reflect the opinion of Ritholtz Wealth Management.Obviously nothing on this channel should be considered as personalized financial advice or a solicitation to buy or sell any securities. See our disclosures here:https://ritholtzwealth.com/podcast-youtube-disclosures/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 25, 2024 • 35min
Can You Live off Dividends in Retirement?
On episode 108 of Ask The Compound, Ben Carlson and Duncan Hill are joined by Jill Schlesinger, CFP and Host of Jill On Money to discuss retiring with 100% stocks, optimizing your portfolio rebalances, how much you should spend on a forever home, and much more! Submit your Ask The Compound questions to askthecompoundshow@gmail.com!For more from Jill, check out: https://www.jillonmoney.com/Thanks to Future Proof for sponsoring this episode. Register for the festival at: https://futureproof.advisorcircle.com...🎥 Watch this episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B8h154w9qbo👕 Check out The Compound shop: https://www.idontshop.comWealthcast Media, an affiliate of Ritholtz Wealth Management, receives payment from various entities for advertisements in affiliated podcasts, blogs and emails. Inclusion of such advertisements does not constitute or imply endorsement, sponsorship or recommendation thereof, or any affiliation therewith, by the Content Creator or by Ritholtz Wealth Management or any of its employees. For additional advertisement disclaimers see here https://ritholtzwealth.com/advertising-disclaimers. Investments in securities involve the risk of loss. Any mention of a particular security and related performance data is not a recommendation to buy or sell that security. The information provided on this website (including any information that may be accessed through this website) is not directed at any investor or category of investors and is provided solely as general information.Investing involves the risk of loss. This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be regarded as personalized investment advice or relied upon for investment decisions. Duncan Hill and Ben Carlson are employees of Ritholtz Wealth Management and may maintain positions in the securities discussed in this video. All opinions expressed by them are solely their own opinion and do not reflect the opinion of Ritholtz Wealth Management.Obviously nothing on this channel should be considered as personalized financial advice or a solicitation to buy or sell any securities. See our disclosures here:https://ritholtzwealth.com/podcast-youtube-disclosures/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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