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by Peter Lazaroff
We all need to make smart decisions with our money. The Long Term Investor shows you how to do it. Hosted by the Chief Investment Officer at Plancorp and author of "Making Money Simple," Peter Lazaroff distills complex financial matters into easily digestible lessons. If you're ready to get a clear plan for your investments and personal finances, you're in the right place.
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- 2 weeks ago55 min
Morgan Housel on Building Wealth, Spending Well, and Knowing What's Enough (EP.279)
Get your copy of The Perfect Portfolio: A Proven Guide to Smart Investing for Long-Term Success ----- Having more money doesn't automatically make financial decisions easier. Morgan Housel, author of *The Psychology of Money*, joins me for a live conversation about building wealth, spending well, and knowing when you have enough. We also explore his views on AI, government debt, and the future of financial advice. Listen now and learn: ► Why even highly intelligent investors make costly money mistakes ► When the habits that built your wealth can put it at risk ► Why spending more can leave you feeling less satisfied ► What investors may overlook when turning to AI for financial advice Visit www.TheLongTermInvestor.com for show notes, free resources, and a place to submit questions. Editing and post-production work for this episode was provided by The Podcast Consultant (https://thepodcastconsultant.com) Disclosure: This content, which contains security-related opinions and/or information, is provided for informational purposes only and should not be relied upon in any manner as professional advice, or an endorsement of any practices, products or services. There can be no guarantees or assurances that the views expressed here will be applicable for any particular facts or circumstances, and should not be relied upon in any manner. You should consult your own advisers as to legal, business, tax, and other related matters concerning any investment. The commentary in this "post" (including any related blog, podcasts, videos, and social media) reflects the personal opinions, viewpoints, and analyses of the Plancorp LLC employees providing such comments, and should not be regarded the views of Plancorp LLC. or its respective affiliates or as a description of advisory services provided by Plancorp LLC or performance returns of any Plancorp LLC client. References to any securities or digital assets, or performance data, are for illustrative purposes only and do not constitute an investment recommendation or offer to provide investment advisory services. Charts and graphs provided within are for informational purposes solely and should not be relied upon when making any investment decision. Past performance is not indicative of future results. The content speaks only as of the date indicated. Any projections, estimates, forecasts, targets, prospects, and/or opinions expressed in these materials are subject to change without notice and may differ or be contrary to opinions expressed by others. Please see disclosures here.
- 3 weeks ago13 min
Should You Take Less Risk Once You Have Enough to Retire? (EP.278)
Get your copy of The Perfect Portfolio here ----- If you've saved enough to retire, why keep taking investment risk? Peter Lazaroff explores the questions worth asking before making your portfolio more conservative and how to decide whether a change would actually improve your life. Listen now and learn: ► What having "enough" means for your investment decisions ► How market timing can disguise itself as sensible financial planning ► What past downturns can reveal about the risk you're willing to take ► When a more conservative portfolio could make retirement more enjoyable Visit www.TheLongTermInvestor.com for show notes, free resources, and a place to submit questions. Editing and post-production work for this episode was provided by The Podcast Consultant (https://thepodcastconsultant.com) Disclosure: This content, which contains security-related opinions and/or information, is provided for informational purposes only and should not be relied upon in any manner as professional advice, or an endorsement of any practices, products or services. There can be no guarantees or assurances that the views expressed here will be applicable for any particular facts or circumstances, and should not be relied upon in any manner. You should consult your own advisers as to legal, business, tax, and other related matters concerning any investment. The commentary in this "post" (including any related blog, podcasts, videos, and social media) reflects the personal opinions, viewpoints, and analyses of the Plancorp LLC employees providing such comments, and should not be regarded the views of Plancorp LLC. or its respective affiliates or as a description of advisory services provided by Plancorp LLC or performance returns of any Plancorp LLC client. References to any securities or digital assets, or performance data, are for illustrative purposes only and do not constitute an investment recommendation or offer to provide investment advisory services. Charts and graphs provided within are for informational purposes solely and should not be relied upon when making any investment decision. Past performance is not indicative of future results. The content speaks only as of the date indicated. Any projections, estimates, forecasts, targets, prospects, and/or opinions expressed in these materials are subject to change without notice and may differ or be contrary to opinions expressed by others. Please see disclosures here.
- Oct 7, 202643 min
Why the Bond Market Matters More Than You Think With Robin Wigglesworth (EP.277)
Use this link to purchase my new book: The Perfect Portfolio ----- Recorded on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange, this conversation with Robin Wigglesworth, author of A Fabulous Debt, connects centuries of financial history to today's biggest questions about AI, interest rates, and government debt. Listen now and learn: ► What the railroad boom can teach investors about today's AI frenzy ► Why the "safe" part of a portfolio can be at the center of a financial crisis ► How to think about rising interest rates when you primarily own stocks ► What studying bond-market history changed about Robin's views on government debt Visit www.TheLongTermInvestor.com for show notes, free resources, and a place to submit questions. Editing and post-production work for this episode was provided by The Podcast Consultant (https://thepodcastconsultant.com) Disclosure: This content, which contains security-related opinions and/or information, is provided for informational purposes only and should not be relied upon in any manner as professional advice, or an endorsement of any practices, products or services. There can be no guarantees or assurances that the views expressed here will be applicable for any particular facts or circumstances, and should not be relied upon in any manner. You should consult your own advisers as to legal, business, tax, and other related matters concerning any investment. The commentary in this "post" (including any related blog, podcasts, videos, and social media) reflects the personal opinions, viewpoints, and analyses of the Plancorp LLC employees providing such comments, and should not be regarded the views of Plancorp LLC. or its respective affiliates or as a description of advisory services provided by Plancorp LLC or performance returns of any Plancorp LLC client. References to any securities or digital assets, or performance data, are for illustrative purposes only and do not constitute an investment recommendation or offer to provide investment advisory services. Charts and graphs provided within are for informational purposes solely and should not be relied upon when making any investment decision. Past performance is not indicative of future results. The content speaks only as of the date indicated. Any projections, estimates, forecasts, targets, prospects, and/or opinions expressed in these materials are subject to change without notice and may differ or be contrary to opinions expressed by others. Please see disclosures here.
- Sep 30, 202643 min
Why a Good Investment Can Be Wrong For Your Portfolio (EP.276)
A good investment can still be a bad addition to your portfolio. In this special rebroadcast from The Plancorp Perspective, Ranie Verby puts me in the guest chair to discuss how goals, behavior, evidence, and process shape the investments you should—or shouldn't—own. We also explore why seemingly sophisticated choices can fail in real life and what it actually means for a portfolio to succeed. Listen now and learn: ► The crucial difference between evaluating an investment and evaluating its role in your portfolio ► Why smart, well-informed investors can be especially vulnerable to costly mistakes ► How to determine whether added complexity is solving a real problem ► Why the benchmark most investors watch may be answering the wrong question Visit www.TheLongTermInvestor.com for show notes, free resources, and a place to submit questions. Editing and post-production work for this episode was provided by The Podcast Consultant (https://thepodcastconsultant.com) Disclosure: This content, which contains security-related opinions and/or information, is provided for informational purposes only and should not be relied upon in any manner as professional advice, or an endorsement of any practices, products or services. There can be no guarantees or assurances that the views expressed here will be applicable for any particular facts or circumstances, and should not be relied upon in any manner. You should consult your own advisers as to legal, business, tax, and other related matters concerning any investment. The commentary in this "post" (including any related blog, podcasts, videos, and social media) reflects the personal opinions, viewpoints, and analyses of the Plancorp LLC employees providing such comments, and should not be regarded the views of Plancorp LLC. or its respective affiliates or as a description of advisory services provided by Plancorp LLC or performance returns of any Plancorp LLC client. References to any securities or digital assets, or performance data, are for illustrative purposes only and do not constitute an investment recommendation or offer to provide investment advisory services. Charts and graphs provided within are for informational purposes solely and should not be relied upon when making any investment decision. Past performance is not indicative of future results. The content speaks only as of the date indicated. Any projections, estimates, forecasts, targets, prospects, and/or opinions expressed in these materials are subject to change without notice and may differ or be contrary to opinions expressed by others. Please see disclosures here.
- Sep 23, 20264 min
The Perfect Portfolio (EP.275)
Get your copy of The Perfect Portfolio here "The Perfect Portfolio gives investors of all stripes a useful, dynamic framework to guide them toward long-term success." ―Matt Mendelsohn, Chief Investment Officer, Yale University "Peter Lazaroff has spent years helping clients reach their financial goals, and his experience and empathy shine through in this wise book." ―Christine Benz, Director of Personal Finance, Morningstar "The Perfect Portfolio reflects a career devoted to helping individuals understand and execute on what is distinctly "perfect" for them." ―Brian Portnoy, Author, How I Invest My Money "Utilizing vivid narratives and robust data, Peter Lazaroff provides a persuasive argument for tailoring a strategy to your specific needs. For any person, regardless of their level of experience." ―David Booth, Founder and Chairman, Dimensional Fund Advisors, and author, Stay Calm: Learn to Embrace Uncertainty in Investing and Life "Peter Lazaroff provides a roadmap for constructing a strategy that remains resilient through cycles of anxiety, exuberance, and volatility and respects your personal objectives, emotional makeup, and fortitude." ―Dr. Daniel Crosby, New York Times bestselling author, The Soul of Wealth "Peter Lazaroff has a gift for taking complex investing problems and providing simple solutions you can actually use to build a better portfolio and investment plan." ―Ben Carlson, Director of Institutional Asset Management, Ritholtz Wealth Management, author, Risk and Reward Get your copy of The Perfect Portfolio here Editing and post-production work for this episode was provided by The Podcast Consultant (https://thepodcastconsultant.com) Disclosure: This content, which contains security-related opinions and/or information, is provided for informational purposes only and should not be relied upon in any manner as professional advice, or an endorsement of any practices, products or services. There can be no guarantees or assurances that the views expressed here will be applicable for any particular facts or circumstances, and should not be relied upon in any manner. You should consult your own advisers as to legal, business, tax, and other related matters concerning any investment. The commentary in this "post" (including any related blog, podcasts, videos, and social media) reflects the personal opinions, viewpoints, and analyses of the Plancorp LLC employees providing such comments, and should not be regarded the views of Plancorp LLC. or its respective affiliates or as a description of advisory services provided by Plancorp LLC or performance returns of any Plancorp LLC client. References to any securities or digital assets, or performance data, are for illustrative purposes only and do not constitute an investment recommendation or offer to provide investment advisory services. Charts and graphs provided within are for informational purposes solely and should not be relied upon when making any investment decision. Past performance is not indicative of future results. The content speaks only as of the date indicated. Any projections, estimates, forecasts, targets, prospects, and/or opinions expressed in these materials are subject to change without notice and may differ or be contrary to opinions expressed by others. Please see disclosures here.
- Sep 16, 20266 min
The Four Questions to Ask Before Adding Anything to Your Portfolio (EP.274)
Order The Perfect Portfolio here ----- Every new investment comes with a compelling story. In this episode, Peter shares a four-question process for deciding what truly deserves a place in your portfolio—and explains why a sound decision can still feel wrong for years. Listen now and learn: ► How to put a higher evidence bar between you and the next hot investment ► What separates meaningful diversification from simply owning more stuff ► When complexity earns its place—and when it creates more ways to make a mistake ► A better way to judge investment decisions when the results tempt you to change course Visit www.TheLongTermInvestor.com for show notes, free resources, and a place to submit questions. Editing and post-production work for this episode was provided by The Podcast Consultant (https://thepodcastconsultant.com) Disclosure: This content, which contains security-related opinions and/or information, is provided for informational purposes only and should not be relied upon in any manner as professional advice, or an endorsement of any practices, products or services. There can be no guarantees or assurances that the views expressed here will be applicable for any particular facts or circumstances, and should not be relied upon in any manner. You should consult your own advisers as to legal, business, tax, and other related matters concerning any investment. The commentary in this "post" (including any related blog, podcasts, videos, and social media) reflects the personal opinions, viewpoints, and analyses of the Plancorp LLC employees providing such comments, and should not be regarded the views of Plancorp LLC. or its respective affiliates or as a description of advisory services provided by Plancorp LLC or performance returns of any Plancorp LLC client. References to any securities or digital assets, or performance data, are for illustrative purposes only and do not constitute an investment recommendation or offer to provide investment advisory services. Charts and graphs provided within are for informational purposes solely and should not be relied upon when making any investment decision. Past performance is not indicative of future results. The content speaks only as of the date indicated. Any projections, estimates, forecasts, targets, prospects, and/or opinions expressed in these materials are subject to change without notice and may differ or be contrary to opinions expressed by others. Please see disclosures here.
- Sep 9, 202640 min
Are U.S. Treasurys Really Risk-Free? Ft. Mary Childs (EP.273)
Get behind-the-scenes stories and access to subscriber-only webinars when you sign up for updates about my new book, The Perfect Portfolio: www.theperfectportfoliobook.com ----- U.S. Treasurys anchor the global financial system—but what does "risk-free" actually mean when federal debt and interest costs keep climbing? Mary Childs, host of Mary in America and author of The Bond King, joins me to examine the hidden machinery behind the Treasury market and what could put its stability to the test. We also explore how Mary identifies genuine expertise and why some parts of life may not belong in a market at all. Listen now and learn: ► What must remain true for U.S. Treasurys to deserve the label "risk-free" ► How rising government debt could reach investors and households ► Why hedge funds and the Federal Reserve matter to Treasury-market stability ► How Mary distinguishes genuine expertise from confident performance Visit www.TheLongTermInvestor.com for show notes, free resources, and a place to submit questions. Editing and post-production work for this episode was provided by The Podcast Consultant (https://thepodcastconsultant.com) Disclosure: This content, which contains security-related opinions and/or information, is provided for informational purposes only and should not be relied upon in any manner as professional advice, or an endorsement of any practices, products or services. There can be no guarantees or assurances that the views expressed here will be applicable for any particular facts or circumstances, and should not be relied upon in any manner. You should consult your own advisers as to legal, business, tax, and other related matters concerning any investment. The commentary in this "post" (including any related blog, podcasts, videos, and social media) reflects the personal opinions, viewpoints, and analyses of the Plancorp LLC employees providing such comments, and should not be regarded the views of Plancorp LLC. or its respective affiliates or as a description of advisory services provided by Plancorp LLC or performance returns of any Plancorp LLC client. References to any securities or digital assets, or performance data, are for illustrative purposes only and do not constitute an investment recommendation or offer to provide investment advisory services. Charts and graphs provided within are for informational purposes solely and should not be relied upon when making any investment decision. Past performance is not indicative of future results. The content speaks only as of the date indicated. Any projections, estimates, forecasts, targets, prospects, and/or opinions expressed in these materials are subject to change without notice and may differ or be contrary to opinions expressed by others. Please see disclosures here.
- Sep 2, 202610 min
When a Simple Portfolio Isn't Enough (EP.272)
Get behind-the-scenes stories and access to subscriber-only webinars when you sign up for updates about my new book, The Perfect Portfolio: www.theperfectportfoliobook.com ----- Simple investing is usually the right starting point. But after you build meaningful wealth, concentrated positions, large taxable gains, and estate-planning decisions can create problems a basic portfolio may not solve. In this episode, Peter explains how to decide when added complexity deserves a closer look—and when it does not. Listen now and learn: ► Why simplicity can become a blind spot for successful investors ► The practical test every complex strategy should have to pass ► How newer investment tools are changing what is possible ► Why experience and due diligence matter more than access alone Visit www.TheLongTermInvestor.com for show notes, free resources, and a place to submit questions. Editing and post-production work for this episode was provided by The Podcast Consultant (https://thepodcastconsultant.com) Disclosure: This content, which contains security-related opinions and/or information, is provided for informational purposes only and should not be relied upon in any manner as professional advice, or an endorsement of any practices, products or services. There can be no guarantees or assurances that the views expressed here will be applicable for any particular facts or circumstances, and should not be relied upon in any manner. You should consult your own advisers as to legal, business, tax, and other related matters concerning any investment. The commentary in this "post" (including any related blog, podcasts, videos, and social media) reflects the personal opinions, viewpoints, and analyses of the Plancorp LLC employees providing such comments, and should not be regarded the views of Plancorp LLC. or its respective affiliates or as a description of advisory services provided by Plancorp LLC or performance returns of any Plancorp LLC client. References to any securities or digital assets, or performance data, are for illustrative purposes only and do not constitute an investment recommendation or offer to provide investment advisory services. Charts and graphs provided within are for informational purposes solely and should not be relied upon when making any investment decision. Past performance is not indicative of future results. The content speaks only as of the date indicated. Any projections, estimates, forecasts, targets, prospects, and/or opinions expressed in these materials are subject to change without notice and may differ or be contrary to opinions expressed by others. Please see disclosures here.
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