Sound Investing
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SHOULD I USE BONDS OR BOND FUNDS?
Paul discusses the pros and cons of bond funds in his list of 15 differentconsiderations in determining which is better: bonds or bond funds? The post SHOULD I USE BONDS OR BOND FUNDS? appeared first on Paul Merriman.
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The Huge Need For Financial Literacy
Paul discusses his latest financial education program at Western Washington University and the results of a national financial literacy survey that indicates a huge need, even for people who are confident of their knowledge of financial topics. Paul gives his listeners the five easy questions that the survey listed. While he believes his [...]The post The Huge Need For Financial Literacy appeared first on Paul Merriman.
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Passive Beats Active Big Time
The update on active vs. passive mutual fund management shows another surge toward index funds. The big news is that the second-largest pension fund in the country is considering putting all of its investments (now 50% indexing) into index funds.The post Passive Beats Active Big Time appeared first on Paul Merriman.
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Does It Pay To Be Top Dog?
A recent study concludes that future returns of the "Top Dog" in each industry are not as special as they likely looks to most investors. This study reflects some of the same outcomes of comparing future returns of popular growth stocks vs. out-of-favor value companies. While it is common to find investors who consider investments [...]The post Does It Pay To Be Top Dog? appeared first on Paul Merriman.
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Does It Matter How Much You Care About Your Money?
The large majority of people do not consult with a professional advisor about their retirement needs.Of course, retirement planning is not just about investing, but investing intelligently is what will make a secure retirement possible. About twice as many people who work with advisors feel secure about their financial future, compared to those who have [...]The post Does It Matter How Much You Care About Your Money? appeared first on Paul Merriman.
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Vanguard Value Index vs. Dimensional Large Cap Value Fund
This is the second of the two-part series on comparing the Vanguard Value Index Fund to actively- and passively-managed funds. Paul compares the Vanguard Value Index to the Dimensional Large Cap Value Fund. The reasons why the Dimensional fund performed so well had nothing to do with luck. Once investors understands why the Dimensional [...]The post Vanguard Value Index vs. Dimensional Large Cap Value Fund appeared first on Paul Merriman.
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Fighting for the Last Half Percent
This podcast could be titled "fighting for the last half percent" or "Vanguard active vs. Vanguard passive." It compares three Vanguard Value funds, including the very famous Windsor Fund. Paul shows how and why, over the long term, the index funds wear down the competition. He discusses the seldom mentioned after-tax returns of [...]The post Fighting for the Last Half Percent appeared first on Paul Merriman.
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Some Advisors Are So Deceptive
Just because an advisor is non-commission – hourly or fee-only – does not mean they are operating in your best interest. Paul shares a story of how a trusting investor can be misguided, manipulated, and given horrible advice, andwhen her advisor thought she might be found out, she turn up the sales pitch to [...]The post Some Advisors Are So Deceptive appeared first on Paul Merriman.
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It’s OK To Use A Broker… But Know This!
Paul sheds light on how different types of brokers are paid. Understand this, and you are likely to make the best choices for your financial future and work with a broker who truly operates in your best interest… not in the interest of himself and his firm. This can make a huge difference to your [...]The post It’s OK To Use A Broker… But Know This! appeared first on Paul Merriman.
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How Much Higher Can The Market Go?
Paul discusses the history of the S&P 500, bull and bear markets, and evidence to help you consider your investment portfolio, personal situation and emotional responses to today's market. Don't forget to download your FREE COPY of the eBook, "101 Investment Decisions Guaranteed To Change Your Financial Future" at www.PaulMerriman.com. The post How Much Higher Can The Market Go? appeared first on Paul Merriman.
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Market Hits New High – Time To Buy or Sell?
With the market hitting new market highs, whatshouldinvestors be doing? Emotional times in the market can help investors do very smart – or very costly – things for the long term. This podcast intendsto help investors do the smart thing! The post Market Hits New High – Time To Buy or Sell? appeared first on Paul Merriman.
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Is It Time To Sell Gold?
Paul addresses the numerous questions he has receivedrecentlyregarding gold, and whether now is the time to sell.The post Is It Time To Sell Gold? appeared first on Paul Merriman.
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10 Things Every Investor Needs To Know – Part II
Continued from last week's podcast (Part I), Paul expands on hisMarketWatch articles, giving you insights into the essentials of investing. He discusses such topics as: When do you have enough to retire? Nottaking risk beyond what is necessary. The worst performance of any strategy is in the future. How to plan for the worst-case scenarios. [...]The post 10 Things Every Investor Needs To Know – Part II appeared first on Paul Merriman.
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10 Things Every Investor Should Know – Part I
Paul's MarketWatch articles, by the same name, are expanded upon in this podcast. Listen to the first five of 10 essential points every investor should consider. Paul's insights include: Why it is important to remember there is no risk in the past? Why is diversification the only free lunch? Why should Investors never take a [...]The post 10 Things Every Investor Should Know – Part I appeared first on Paul Merriman.
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Is Now The Time To Get Back in The Market?
Due to earlier concerns about the risk of loss, many of you are facing the challenge of not having your money fully invested. How do you get back in? All at once? That is dangerous, as you might buy-in right at the top, before a huge decline. Or a little bit at a time? That's [...]The post Is Now The Time To Get Back in The Market? appeared first on Paul Merriman.
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You Can Be #1
Paul discusses the returns of his all-equity and balanced Vanguard Portfolios for the 10 years ending December 31, 2012.These returns were at least 1% better (annually) than all Vanguard competitors. Paul wants to make sure that investors understand where those extra returns came from, and the probabilities they will be repeated in the future. While [...]The post You Can Be #1 appeared first on Paul Merriman.
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Successful Investing Is All About Defense
Thispodcastgives greater insight into Paul'sMarketWatch.comarticle,A Simple Secret toRetirement Investing. Paul believes that almost all successful investing is based on being defensive, not offensive. He discusses 10 simple defensive steps that almost guarantee long-term investment success.The post Successful Investing Is All About Defense appeared first on Paul Merriman.
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Beware of Investment Pornography
Recent headlines atmorningstar.comherald their "Fund Managers of the Year for 2012". As is often the case, these managers are those richly rewarded for their past performance. We all know we can't buy the past, but it doesn't stop investors from hoping the past is prologue. Paul discusses the performance of the hottest of the funds, [...]The post Beware of Investment Pornography appeared first on Paul Merriman.
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2012 In Review: How Did My Predictions Do?
Paul discusses the frightening forces that investors struggled with throughout 2012. While the "wall of worry" kept most investors on the sidelines, those willing to accept the risk were royally rewarded. After considering how the market did in 2012, Paul reviews the predictions he made over 10 years ago. Almost every one of his predictions [...]The post 2012 In Review: How Did My Predictions Do? appeared first on Paul Merriman.
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What I want to do for you
Having recently created the Merriman Financial Education Foundation, Paul explains his plans for continuing tohelp you get the most out of your investments, with less risk and more peace of mind. In addition to his books, weekly column at Marketwatch.com, and many resources atwww.PaulMerriman.com,the Foundation is funding development of a curriculum for non-business majors at [...]The post What I want to do for you appeared first on Paul Merriman.
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Who Really Makes The Money?
Do active fund managers really make more money for their clients? Paul provides historical examples and suggestsIndexes andasset classes that can provide you higher, safer returns. The post Who Really Makes The Money? appeared first on Paul Merriman.
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What kind of investor are you?
Do you know yourthree main investment goals, and how to ensure you achieve them? Extrapolating on his recent Marketwatch article,"Beating The Market Is Easy",Paul discusses these goals along with the challenges of beating the market; and why most people who want to beat the market likely have different goals. Is your goal to beat the [...]The post What kind of investor are you? appeared first on Paul Merriman.
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The Seven Most Essential Books on Investing
Want to get the best return at the lowest risk?In this podcast, Paul Merriman recommends the books every investor should read. Each book addresses one of the critical areas leading to better returns, taking less risk or, the best of all worlds, higher returns at less risk. With a total cost ofless than [...]The post The Seven Most Essential Books on Investing appeared first on Paul Merriman.
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How To NOT “Freak Out” About Your Financial Future
Paul discusses his conversation with a33-year-old man who was "freaking out" about his financial future, wanting to learn more and create a plan.Paul helps him determine how much he should have at 65, andthesimple steps he can take now, as well in the future,to quell his panic and ensure a secure retirement. Listen and see [...]The post How To NOT “Freak Out” About Your Financial Future appeared first on Paul Merriman.
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You Can’t Time The Market: Myth or Reality
"Market timing doesn't work"… or does it? Paul discusses the pros and cons of timing (mostly cons) and why few investors use timing successfully. He also discusses the differences between advice from Wall Street, Main Street and University Street and,for those who need to get higher returns, Pauloffers one easy way to beat the [...]The post You Can’t Time The Market: Myth or Reality appeared first on Paul Merriman.
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Double Your Retirement Income in 5 Years
In a new weekly column at MarketWatch.com, Paul suggested that one way to double your retirement income is to work an additional five years. The responses from readers ranged from outrage to bewilderment.In this podcast, Paul addresses these comments and elaborates on making life changing decisions to help ensure that you retire with "more than [...]The post Double Your Retirement Income in 5 Years appeared first on Paul Merriman.
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Get Smart or Get Screwed: How To Select The Best and Get...
Paul's latest book in the "How To Invest" series educates investors as to how to select and get the most from your financial advisor. In this podcast Paul discusses the importance of your insights into the brokerage and advisor industries, and raises dozens of points you should consider to maximize your retirement savings… many of [...]The post Get Smart or Get Screwed: How To Select The Best and Get The Most From your Financial Advisor appeared first on Paul Merriman.
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Financial Newsletters: Are You Getting What You Pay For?
Paul discusses a recent study by Mark Hulbert ofThe Hulbert Financial Digest, which tracks the results of hundreds of financial newsletters. The study looks at the returns of cheap versus expensive newsletters. Which are better? Listen and learn the answer. By the way, if you like to root for the underdog or have a serious [...]The post Financial Newsletters: Are You Getting What You Pay For? appeared first on Paul Merriman.
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The Value of Small Cap Stocks
Paul discusses the value of small cap stocks. He makes a strong historical case for ownership of this asset class for all equity investors. Join Paul and find out what long term returns should be in the best and worst market periods.The post The Value of Small Cap Stocks appeared first on Paul Merriman.
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Which Vanguard Funds Should I Buy?
Paul discusses changes for a young couple to make in their portfolio. He wants them to correct three major mistakes. They have purchased shares of Facebook to hold for over 30 year,s but Paul suggests a different investment that is likely to make as much, or more than Facebook, at far less risk. He also [...]The post Which Vanguard Funds Should I Buy? appeared first on Paul Merriman.
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One Percent Difference in Fund Costs and Returns Will...
In comparing Vanguard to John Hancock Funds, Paul addresses and assesses risks and returns for Target Date Funds. Learn how you can manage and take advantage of this strategy and realize anextraordinaryone percent difference – worth millions of dollars – over your lifetime as an investor. The post One Percent Difference in Fund Costs and Returns Will Change Your Life appeared first on Paul Merriman.
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The Magic of Asset Allocation
Most investors believe the S&P 500 will outperform most other mutual funds.They have difficulty believing that a simple approach to asset allocation can raise returns, while reducing risk. In this podcast, I show investors that you can easily make 1 to 2 percent more a year with smart asset allocation, and prepare you for the [...]The post The Magic of Asset Allocation appeared first on Paul Merriman.
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Can You Trust Me?
Want to know which of myrecommendations have worked, and which have failed in the past decade? Please listen in as Idiscuss the basis of my approach to predicting what's in an investor's best interest, and how that advice has faired. There is a difference between the kind of investment advice I offer andmost common sources [...]The post Can You Trust Me? appeared first on Paul Merriman.
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Market Timing Moves Continue To Cost Investors Billions...
This podcast focuses on a recent study that concludes investors continue to let their heart overrule their brain. I urge you not to do this but, rather, put in place a solid, diversified, long-term plan. For specific recommendations of funds and allocations that will help maximize your retirement income, please read my new book, "First-Time [...]The post Market Timing Moves Continue To Cost Investors Billions in Retirement Income appeared first on Paul Merriman.
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Is Warren Buffet Still Number One?
This podcast is in response to two emails from listeners. One listener wants to know if indexing are as good as hiring the best advisor. He isn't sure he can convince his friends that indexing could make as much money as Warren Buffet. I compare Berkshire Hathaway to various index funds in various asset classes [...]The post Is Warren Buffet Still Number One? appeared first on Paul Merriman.
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John Bogle and Vanguard Warn Bond Investors
Paul Merriman discusses a recent The New York Times article about Vanguard founder John Bogle, as he addresses strategies for long-term investors and the need for changes in the marketplace. Learn more about "balancing peace of mind and piece of the action" needed to reach your retirement goals. To understand more about asset classes and [...]The post John Bogle and Vanguard Warn Bond Investors appeared first on Paul Merriman.
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Paul Merriman’s Vanguard Portfolios Rate #1
Be a better investor! Learnabout the results of our recommendations over the last 10 years, and how they compare to the hyped claims of the Vanguard's largest newsletter. You can find Paul'sVanguard Model Portfolioresults at his website and explained in his new book, First-Time Investor: Grow and Protect Your Money, now available in print and [...]The post Paul Merriman’s Vanguard Portfolios Rate #1 appeared first on Paul Merriman.
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Is There Fraud In Your Financial Future?
Fraud relates to truths – or lies – that inform your decisions about your financial future. I'm not talking here about the giant Bernie Madoff-type schemes, but the kind of fraud that takes one person's savings, one investor's money, at a time.Beyond legal definitions, fraud is when we are mislead intentionally, so someone else gains [...]The post Is There Fraud In Your Financial Future? appeared first on Paul Merriman.
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Facing Your Current Fears: How To Maximize Your Savings...
AsBen Franklin said,"The only thing more expensive than education is ignorance." In this podcast I talk about fears of the global economic situation that are causing many investors to change strategies or become immobilized by their own uncertainty. Knowing yourself, and not being ignorant of your own fears, is essential. As I explain here, my [...]The post Facing Your Current Fears: How To Maximize Your Savings For A Secure Retirement appeared first on Paul Merriman.
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Is The New Retirement Age 70, Or Never?
When do you think you are going to retire? A Marketwatch.com article claims many American will not be able to retire until age 70 or older. In my upcoming print and eBook, "First-Time investor: Grow and Protect Your Money," – the first in my "How To Invest Series" – you will learn the exact steps [...]The post Is The New Retirement Age 70, Or Never? appeared first on Paul Merriman.
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Sound Investing: Interview Series: 6/12
Tyler Bartlett joins Paul to discuss why most investors have similar needs
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Sound Investing: Myth or Reality?: 5/4
Isn't market timing a form of trying to predict the future?
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Sound Investing: Top Ten Lists: 4/25
Ten things you should know about the risks you are taking
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Sound Investing: Interview Series: 4/23
Merriman advisor Phuc Dang discusses how he works with clients to help guide them toward retirement
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Sound Investing: Special Report: 4/18
How a financial planner earns their keep, part 2
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Sound Investing: Special Report: 4/13
How a financial planner earns their keep, part 1
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Sound Investing: Myth or Reality?: 4/11
Are Women better investors than men?
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Sound Investing: Interview Series: 4/9
Merriman advisor Paresh Kamdar discusses how most advisors depend on correctly forecasting the future to be successful
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Sound Investing: Top Ten Lists: 4/6
Ten things you should know about investing
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Sound Investing: Words of Wisdom: 4/4
Warren Buffett: "The best time to buy is whenever you have money; the best time to sell is never."
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Sound Investing: Interview Series: 4/2
Merriman Advisor Mark Metcalf discusses how conflict of interests can destroy your portfolio
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Sound Investing: Myth or Reality?: 3/29
Is anyone smarter than the market?
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Sound Investing: Ask Merriman: 3/26
Why we put so much importance in looking at worst case scenarios
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Sound Investing: Special Report: 3/19
The 4 keys to successful investing, in 60 seconds
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Sound Investing: Myth or Reality?: 3/5
Does your advisor have your best interests at heart?
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Sound Investing: Ask Merriman: 3/2
Should I switch from a variable to a fixed rate mortgage?
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Sound Investing: Interview Series: 2/27
Merriman advisor Jeremy Burger discusses all the risks associated with investing
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Sound Investing: Special Report: 2/22
DFA vs Vanguard, 10 year perspective
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Sound Investing: Special Report: 2/15
Buy and Hold vs Market Timing, 2012 update
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Sound Investing: Myth or Reality?: 2/13
Do the largest mutual fund companies have the best track records?
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Sound Investing: Ask Merriman: 2/10
Should I invest in REITs if I own my home?
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Sound Investing: Interview Series: 2/8
Merriman advisor Eric Jonson talks about what an advisor can do for you
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Sound Investing: Myth or Reality?: 1/30
Can stock brokers help you beat the market?
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Sound Investing: Ask Merriman: 1/27
What is gold really worth?
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Sound Investing: Special Report: 1/24
Is your wealth manager able to invest your money without emotion?
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Sound Investing: Buy the numbers: 1/18
How momentum investing outperforms the market
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Sound Investing: Myth or Reality?: 1/13
Does there exist a "sweet spot" for the balance of stocks and bonds?
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Sound Investing: Ask Merriman: 1/10
Is there really such a thing as buy and hold?
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Sound Investing: Special Report: 1/4
The advantages of Dimensional Funds - Securities lending
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Sound Investing: Words of Wisdom: 12/28
Robert Arnott: "In investing, what is comfortable is rarely profitable."
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Sound Investing: Buy the numbers: 12/23
How to save wealthy investors from themselves
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Sound Investing: Myth or Reality?: 12/19
Do experts really know what makes the market move up and down?
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Sound Investing: Ask Merriman: 12/14
What should we expect from the market over the next 10 years?
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Sound Investing: Special Report: 12/12
American Funds, the good, the bad and the ugly
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Sound Investing: Words of Wisdom: 12/8
Larry Swedroe: "There is nothing new, only the history you haven't read."
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Sound Investing: Myth or Reality?: 12/5
Do most couples agree when it comes to retirement?
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Sound Investing: Ask Merriman: 11/28
Do you recommend a biweekly mortgage plan?
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Sound Investing: Outrage!: 11/22
Nation's largest 401k plans lack good asset classes
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Sound Investing: Myth or Reality?: 11/18
Do Baby Boomers need to take more risk in their portfolios?
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Sound Investing: Words of Wisdom: 11/17
Yogi Berra: "In theory there is no difference between theory and practice. In practice there is."
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Sound Investing: Ask Merriman: 11/14
Is it better for your financial future to buy or rent?
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Sound Investing: Special Report: 11/10
Building one portfolio for life
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Sound Investing: Myth or Reality?: 11/7
Would your financial advisor ever lie to you?
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Sound Investing: Words of Wisdom: 11/4
John Templeton: The four most expensive words in the English language are "this time it's different"
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Sound Investing: Special Report: 11/3
Bad behavior that leads to poor returns
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Sound Investing: Special Report: 10/31
What would happen if the US dollar was no longer the major reserve currency?
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Sound Investing: Myth or Reality?: 10/27
Does a bigger investment firm mean better advice?
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Sound Investing: Ask Merriman: 10/24
What inflation rate should I use for retirement planning?
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Sound Investing: Special Report: 10/18
Why investors are afraid of their advisors
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Sound Investing: Myth or Reality?: 10/17
Is it a myth that you can build the perfect portfolio that doesn't need any changes?
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Sound Investing: Outrage!: 10/5
Investors don't know the difference between suitability and fiduciary
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Sound Investing: Interview Series: 10/4
Paresh Kamdar and why you need to stay invested during bear markets
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Sound Investing: Special Report: 10/3
Why choose Massachusetts Financial Services?
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Sound Investing: Myth or Reality?: 9/26
Will the top performers of the past rise to the top again?
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Sound Investing: Ask Merriman: 9/23
What is your opinion of Non-Traded REITs?
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Sound Investing: Outrage!: 9/20
Market expert claims index funds are a terrible idea this year
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Sound Investing: Interview Series: 9/14
How to be a successful investor: Surviving through the tough times
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Sound Investing: Buy the numbers: 9/12
How to evaluate a long term track record
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Sound Investing: Special Report: 9/7
The importance of staying the course
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Sound Investing: Myth or Reality?: 9/6
Is it true that you can't trust anyone anymore?
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Sound Investing: Interview Series: 9/1
10 ways financial advisors fail investors
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Sound Investing: Buy the numbers: 8/31
Market forecasts that you shouldn't trust
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Sound Investing: Ask Merriman: 8/24
Is gold a good store of wealth?
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Sound Investing: Special Report: 8/23
12 ways to lower your investment risk
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Sound Investing: Interview Series: 8/18
Les Masonson helps us debunk the myths about market timing
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Sound Investing: Buy the numbers: 8/16
The cost of missing the good times and bad times
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Sound Investing: Ask Merriman: 8/15
Are emerging markets a good investment?
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Sound Investing: Myth or Reality?: 8/11
Would you make more money if you had more time to watch the markets?
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Sound Investing: Special Report: 8/8
What is in store for gold?
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Sound Investing: Interview Series: 8/5
Andy Landis, author of Social Security: The Inside Story
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Sound Investing: Buy the numbers: 8/4
Comparing two popular trend following systems
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Sound Investing: Ask Merriman: 8/2
If value outperforms growth, then why not put all of my money in value funds?
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Sound Investing: Special Report: 8/1
The perfect investment
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Sound Investing: Interview Series: 7/27
John Waggoner talks about ditching your fund manager and trying index investing
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Sound Investing: Buy the numbers: 7/26
Gold may not be as shiny as you think
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Sound Investing: Words of Wisdom: 7/25
The (not so) smartest things ever said about market timing
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Sound Investing: Special Report: 7/21
16 years of Buy and Hold vs. Market Timing
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Sound Investing: Ask Merriman: 7/19
How do I compare to other investors?
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Sound Investing: Myth or Reality?: 7/18
Do stocks do well during periods of inflation?
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Sound Investing: Interview Series: 7/15
Robert Schaer discusses investing in Australia and New Zealand
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Sound Investing: Buy the numbers: 7/14
The real cost of buying a load fund
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Sound Investing: Special Report: 7/12
Why you can't trust Wall Street top stocks this year
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Sound Investing: Ask Merriman: 7/11
Need help with your asset allocation?
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Sound Investing: Myth or Reality?: 7/8
Are there always opportunities to upgrade your portfolio?
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Sound Investing: Interview Series: 7/7
Risk and its relationship with return
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Sound Investing: Outrage!: 7/6
Harvard staff selects the wrong fund
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Sound Investing: Ask Merriman: 6/29
How do I wisely invest a small amount of money?
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Sound Investing: Special Report: 6/27
The benefits of global investing
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Sound Investing: Myth or Reality?: 6/24
Have all real estate funds gone down in the last 5 years?
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Sound Investing: Interview Series: 6/23
Marketwatch's Paul Farrell and the problems with Wall Street
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Sound Investing: Ask Merriman: 6/21
Does it still make sense to use a broker?
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Sound Investing: Outrage!: 6/20
Outrage! CNBC launches new series "Masters of the Market"
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Sound Investing: Myth or Reality?: 6/17
Can you count on your mutual fund to tell you the truth?
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Sound Investing: Interview Series: 6/16
Don't let money break up your relationships, part 2
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Sound Investing: Special Report: 6/14
How to invest like Warren Buffett in today's markets
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Sound Investing: Ask Merriman: 6/13
How can I invest for my grandchild on a few hundred dollars a year?
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Sound Investing: Outrage!: 6/9
Investor returns lag fund returns by 37% per year
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Sound Investing: Myth or Reality?: 6/7
Is it true that a great company makes a great investment?
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Sound Investing: Interview Series: 6/6
Don't let money break up your relationships
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Sound Investing: Ask Merriman: 6/3
Is it time to sell gold?
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Sound Investing: Interview Series: 6/2
Dennis Tilley discusses alternative investments and their role in your portfolio
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Sound Investing: Outrage!: 6/1
Outrage! Don't let Wall Street win again
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Sound Investing: Myth or Reality?: 5/31
Should young investors read books by famous money managers?
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Sound Investing: Ask Merriman: 5/27
Does international diversification still make sense?
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Sound Investing: Interview Series: 5/26
International REITs, why you should add them to your portfolio
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Sound Investing: Outrage!: 5/25
What active management really does for you
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Sound Investing: Myth or Reality?: 5/24
Myth or Reality? The smarter you get, the more money you make
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Sound Investing: Special Report: 5/20
The best investment I'll ever make, how to turn 10k into 10 million
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Sound Investing: Words of Wisdom: 5/19
Warren Buffett: "Not even blockbuster events make the slightest dent in Ben Graham's investment principles"
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Sound Investing: Ask Merriman: 5/17
Should your 401k plan be adding annuities as alternative investments?
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Sound Investing: Interview Series: 5/16
Vanguard's founder John Bogle joins us to discuss the advantages of indexing
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Sound Investing: Outrage!: 5/13
Not doing your homework can cost you a lot of money
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Sound Investing: Special Report: 5/12
Balancing Market Timing with Buy and Hold
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Sound Investing: Myth or Reality?: 5/10
Are people who understand the market and the economy more likely to produce good returns?
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Sound Investing: Buy the numbers: 5/9
The fund Warren Buffett recommended back in 1969
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Sound Investing: Outrage!: 5/6
Paying 27 cents a day can cost you way more than you might think
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Sound Investing: Special Report: 5/5
Quarterly report, DFA vs. Vanguard
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Sound Investing: Ask Merriman: 5/4
Fidelity vs. Schwab
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Sound Investing: Interview Series: 5/3
Morningstar's Russel Kinnel discusses some of the largest mutual funds
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Sound Investing: Myth or Reality?: 4/28
Does Morningstar know how to pick the top mutual fund managers?
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Sound Investing: Top Ten Lists: 4/26
Twelve ways to lower your investment risk
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Sound Investing: Outrage!: 4/25
Asset allocation of Vanguard target fund short changes young investors
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Sound Investing: Ask Merriman: 4/21
Is market timing a better strategy for retirees?
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Sound Investing: Interview Series: 4/19
Merriman advisor Aaron Spencer joins Paul to discuss Fidelity's BrokerageLink
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Sound Investing: Special Report: 4/18
Merriman Director of Alternative Investments Dennis Tilley joins Paul to discuss everything emerging markets
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Sound Investing: Myth or Reality?: 4/15
Is it a myth or reality? It's not a loss until you sell it
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Sound Investing: Outrage!: 4/14
Article claims that too much diversification makes it hard to beat the market
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Sound Investing: Ask Merriman: 4/12
Should I avoid asset classes that have been performing well if I am dollar cost averaging?
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Sound Investing: Myth or Reality?: 4/11
Should you be selling emerging market funds right now?
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Sound Investing: Interview Series: 4/8
Merriman advisor Mark Metcalf joins Paul to discuss what investors are focused on today
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Sound Investing: Top Ten Lists: 4/7
Ten psychological challenges of market timing
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Sound Investing: Outrage!: 4/5
Financial advisors rank top 10 mutual fund companies, 9 of them are load fund families
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Sound Investing: Ask Merriman: 4/4
What is your opinion on the Elliott Wave Theory?
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Sound Investing: Myth or Reality?: 4/1
Is Investopedia.com a good resource for advice on mutual funds?
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Sound Investing: Interview Series: 3/31
Larry Swedroe and the only guide you'll ever need for the right financial plan
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Sound Investing: Top Ten Lists: 3/29
10 investments to help you make 10 percent a year
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Sound Investing: Outrage!: 3/28
1989, Forbes declares Bernie Madoff "the future of stock trading"
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Sound Investing: Ask Merriman: 3/24
Are high dividend paying stocks a prudent investment?
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Sound Investing: Myth or Reality?: 3/23
Is it true that the biggest risk that investors face right now is becoming too conservative
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Sound Investing: Interview Series: 3/22
Merriman advisor Lowell Parker joins Paul to discuss 401khelp.com
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Sound Investing: Buy the numbers: 3/21
Is the value of a college degree growing?
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Sound Investing: Outrage!: 3/17
How to use Buffett quotes to manipulate investors
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Sound Investing: Ask Merriman: 3/16
What are the differences between Vanguard's S and P 500 index fund and their Total Market Index fund?
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Sound Investing: Interview Series: 3/15
Market timing specialist and sector selection expert John Nyaradi joins Paul.
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Sound Investing: Special Report: 3/11
When an annuity may be the right answer for you
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Sound Investing: Myth or Reality?: 3/10
Americans don't trust two groups of people, politicians and stock brokers
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Sound Investing: Outrage!: 3/8
American workers have unrealistic expectations around income in retirement
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Sound Investing: Ask Merriman: 3/7
Is an 8% withdrawal rate in retirement too high?
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Sound Investing: Interview Series: 3/4
MarketWatchs Paul Farrell on being a lazy investor, active managers, and index funds
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Sound Investing: Buy the numbers: 3/3
It's the asset class, stupid
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Sound Investing: Outrage!: 3/1
Goldman Sachs and other firms simply build fines and penalties into the cost of doing business
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Sound Investing: Ask Merriman: 2/28
What type of market timing system does Merriman use for their clients?
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Sound Investing: Interview Series: 2/24
Merriman director of research Larry Katz and Paul talk about the great American bond bubble
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Sound Investing: Myth or Reality?: 2/16
Can you really pick your retirement age?
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Sound Investing: Words of Wisdom: 2/15
Warren Buffett: "I got to do what I love, and it doesn't get any luckier than that"
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Sound Investing: Interview Series: 2/14
Merriman director of research Larry Katz joins Paul to discuss everything deflation
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Sound Investing: Outrage!: 2/11
Rhonda Breard ruined the lives of 43 people because she wanted to be like every rich person she ever met
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Sound Investing: Ask Merriman: 2/10
Why did you make changes to your emergency fund recommendations?
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Sound Investing: Top Ten Lists: 2/8
Ten reasons your returns might not measure up
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Sound Investing: Interview Series: 2/7
Christine Benz joins Paul to recap 2010 for investors and provide a few predictions for 2011
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