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  • Опубліковано 6 сер 2024
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    Today we have the pleasure of talking with Paul Merriman, a nationally recognized authority on mutual funds, index investing and asset allocation.
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    Video Resources from Paul Merriman
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    paulmerriman.com/ultimate-buy... This link gives the case for the 10 U.S. and international equity asset classes
    paulmerriman.com/wp-content/u... This link shows 9 different ways to combine the 10 equity asset classes and the 52 year returns for each.
    paulmerriman.com/fine-tuning-... This link provides data combining each of the 9 equity portfolios along with different percentages of fixed income.
    paulmerriman.com/2021-fixed-c... This link shows the impact of using the 9 portfolios and all the combinations of fixed income assuming an initial annual investment of $1,000 with a 3% annual increase on investment.
    paulmerriman.com/2021-fixed-d... This link shows the impact of using the 9 different equity/fixed income as a source of fixed retirement distributions. Each years distribution is adjusted for inflation. Beginning distributions range from 3 to 6 percent.
    paulmerriman.com/flexible-dis... This link shows the impact of annual distributions based on a percentage of assets, without inflation adjustment. Distributions range from 3 to 6 percent.
    paulmerriman.com/90-years-of-... This link compares the annual to 20 year returns of 4 major U.S. asset classes.
    paulmerriman.com/lifetime-inv... This link it to the Merriman Lifetime Investment Calculator. The calculator can be used for investors in both the accumulation and distribution periods of their investment life.
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    Timestamps
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    0:00 - Welcome to the Financial Freedom Show!
    0:53 - Small Cap Value
    20:36 - Other consistent funds
    22:51 - Equity portfolio
    26:52 - Deciding/4 fund strategy
    30:07 - Links below/Quilt chart
    45:11 - Stock vs Bond allocation/Market Timing
    49:29 - Investing strategies/risk
    50:42 - Retirement withdrawal strategy
    53:06 - Challenge
    55:15 - Glide Path
    58:10 - Market Timer's strategy with the current market
    1:00:51 - AVUV over VBR
    1:08:02 - Measuring value
    1:10:38 - Paul's Bond Portfolio
    1:12:27 - REIT's
    1:13:47 - Tired
    1:15:13 - What's next for Paul
    1:18:25 - Bogelheads conference
    1:19:43 - Links below/Financial Freedom
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    ABOUT ME
    While still working as a trial attorney in the securities field, I started writing about personal finance and investing In 2007. In 2013 I started the Doughroller Money Podcast, which has been downloaded millions of times. Today I'm the Deputy Editor of Forbes Advisor, managing a growing team of editors and writers that produce content to help readers make the most of their money.
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  • @9rows
    @9rows 2 роки тому +41

    hi rob - i like this guy. he doesn't try to dazzle you with bs. just speaks in plain english to the topic at hand. and his charts you pulled up are straightforward and easy to understand. i think i'll spend some time on his web site this weekend. thanks for the interview, i really enjoyed this one.

    • @paulmerriman2947
      @paulmerriman2947 2 роки тому +8

      Thanks for the kind comment Curtis. The best way to access our data and recommendations is through th "Best Advice" link on the homepage. Each topic under Best Advice includes links to a podcast, article and tables on the subject. I hope they helf.

    • @elsawong3449
      @elsawong3449 Рік тому

      @@paulmerriman2947 .

  • @sarahsunsetpark
    @sarahsunsetpark 2 роки тому +16

    Thank you Rob for a great Q&A. This is one of the best hour and 20 minutes I’ve spent in a long time! I guess I’m a financial nerd. But I’m proud of it

  • @yentsch
    @yentsch 2 роки тому +8

    My two favorite financial experts alive today discussing personal finance together. Perfect! Thank you both for your time, talent and wisdom.

    • @4tomop
      @4tomop Рік тому

      Completely agree. These two are my favorites as well!

    • @couldbe8348
      @couldbe8348 Рік тому

      Optimized Portfolio is right up there also.

  • @scorpjitsu
    @scorpjitsu 2 роки тому +8

    Nobody:
    Paul Merriman: We have tables for that!

  • @philruehlen
    @philruehlen 2 роки тому +3

    Rob, for the recent interviews you have done, this is my favorite! Paul is so passionate about his beliefs. I have been listening to Paul's podcast over the last 18 months. He has convinced me of the long term power of tilting your equity portfolio towards small cap value. I added the 10% tilt at the beginning of 2022.

  • @Jackson13
    @Jackson13 2 роки тому +8

    Great down to earth, easily explained info I can put to good use. Best guest to date!

  • @donald-ig5sj
    @donald-ig5sj 2 роки тому +5

    I enjoyed this discussion quite a lot. Thanks Rob

  • @chriskpedersen
    @chriskpedersen 2 роки тому +3

    Big thumbs up! Thanks, Paul and Rob, for being so knowledgeable, helpful, genuine, candid, and fun.

  • @Bettadenyou1
    @Bettadenyou1 Рік тому +2

    This was the collaboration I have been waiting for, for so long! I love Paul, but I really think Chris has become the mastermind behind the organization. I think you and Chris share a number of great qualities. Would love to see you two get together and do a similar discussion as this video. Also would be interesting to hear his take on market timing, wish that could have been explored more. Thanks!

  • @jzgs423
    @jzgs423 Рік тому +2

    This was fantastic! Both you and Paul Merriman have reshaped my understanding of investing in light of the importance of small cap value. Thank you Rob!

    • @jzgs423
      @jzgs423 Рік тому

      Also, so helpful to have all those links in the description-many thanks!

  • @kimappreciateslife
    @kimappreciateslife 2 роки тому +1

    That was great, I joined the live late. Will definitely watch this in full later today!

  • @jrbustam
    @jrbustam 2 роки тому +4

    Hi Rob, impact of SCV is absolutely clear. The second most important thing is WHICH SCV fund or ETF to use. For a person using FIDELITY, which fund/ETF have you found that should be used? FISVX? or would the preference be VBR? (I don't know if it would have a fee as I'm not using Vanguard's platform).

    • @bribradt3450
      @bribradt3450 Місяць тому

      ETFs are free from one platform to another. There would be a fee for the mutual fund version

  • @bkozulla5841
    @bkozulla5841 2 роки тому +2

    I have both of your podcasts..I listen as I walk. Thanks, guys. Your education is, beyond, valuable!
    PS. Paul is the GOAT!

  • @JR49300
    @JR49300 2 роки тому +3

    Wow what a great show ! Paul is the goat ..

  • @jcmoreutube
    @jcmoreutube 2 роки тому

    A very important question and a great answer for young investors 42:05

  • @ld5714
    @ld5714 2 роки тому +1

    Best interview yet IMO. Look forward to your assessment of this interview. I will watch this again tomorrow, a lot to digest.

  • @markbeckerman5159
    @markbeckerman5159 2 роки тому

    Very very interesting. cant wait till your review of the interview

  • @victorm.perezmora2624
    @victorm.perezmora2624 Рік тому +1

    Great conversation!...educational, entertaining and joyful.

  • @williamnvo
    @williamnvo Рік тому +1

    Love this show, thanks Rob!

  • @pomme4moi
    @pomme4moi 2 роки тому

    Great interview. It’s always a pleasure to listen to Mr. Merriman.

  • @seriousfaith
    @seriousfaith 2 роки тому

    Another great interview!

  • @MrZonYT
    @MrZonYT 2 роки тому +3

    An awesome episode! Rob Berger is becoming a true legend!

    • @paulmerriman2947
      @paulmerriman2947 2 роки тому

      I agree with that comment. I have a list of Truth Tellers I believe are helping investors do what is in their best interest without any conflicts of interest. It's a relatively short list and I'm pleased to have Rob on the list. I don't expect I will be able to work to many more years and my hope is that Rob will be able to continue his commitment to helping others for many decades.

  • @skbenwa
    @skbenwa 2 роки тому +1

    Very informative and entertaining interview. Probably worth a re watch. Good job to both of you

    • @paulmerriman2947
      @paulmerriman2947 2 роки тому +1

      I hope you find the re watch helpful. If you wish to dig deeper into our information, I suggest you follow the "Best Advice" link on our homepage. There are over 150 tables under those links.

  • @Jes1919
    @Jes1919 2 роки тому +1

    What about the premium for mid cap value?

  • @rrntexas
    @rrntexas 2 роки тому +1

    Very Knowledgeable guy. Great episode!

  • @stevenobrien595
    @stevenobrien595 2 роки тому

    Stellar interview.

  • @rc2276
    @rc2276 2 роки тому +1

    Congratulations getting Paul Merriman.

  • @kevinbarrett3706
    @kevinbarrett3706 2 роки тому

    Great interview

  • @Vlad_Vlad7
    @Vlad_Vlad7 2 місяці тому

    Outstanding, i really enjoy this talk.

  • @jamesmarsh8707
    @jamesmarsh8707 6 місяців тому

    Amazing!! Just wish I knew this earlier. Best day to start was yesterday. Second best day is today. Appreciate you.

  • @pls5201
    @pls5201 2 роки тому +2

    Thanks, Paul! Thanks, Rob. Resources were awesome and the discussion was great. Best observation: Target date funds: “built for the slowest hiker”

    • @paulmerriman2947
      @paulmerriman2947 2 роки тому +1

      Glad you found the discussion of interest. The last half of "We're Talking Millions!!" is focused on target date funds. With the advice of Chris Pedersen (creator of 2 Funds for LIfe strategy) "slow hikers' can move to the front of the line with very little extra risk.

  • @danhanson9101
    @danhanson9101 2 роки тому

    Great video. Are the links going to be posted soon?

  • @daves8669
    @daves8669 2 роки тому

    Do you think it's a good idea to invest in Fixed Income Annuities as part of the Fixed Income portion of a portfolio? This would be instead of, or in addition to, bonds. Fidelity has 3-year Fixed Income Annuities that are paying over 3%.

  • @dannyshark7822
    @dannyshark7822 6 місяців тому

    Great interview answered all my questions about Avantis funds, Vanguard VBR vs VIOV.

  • @nicstevens6499
    @nicstevens6499 4 місяці тому

    2 of my favorite financial gurus!

  • @bartz4439
    @bartz4439 2 роки тому

    Anyone got link for audiobook "We're talking millions"?
    I found few presentations but not book itself
    Many regards

  • @4tomop
    @4tomop Рік тому

    Terrific discussion, you two do indeed make a great team. Would have liked to hear more about the market timing approach. Its counter to the the main message delivered by both of you. Maybe more appropriate for high net worth? Is this a product you have to go to an advisor for, or is there a managed fund one can invest in? How does this type of strategy fare over time - when subjected to the same historical analysis of the other portfolios?
    thanks Rob!

  • @michaelswami
    @michaelswami Рік тому

    This man is a gem. Thanks Rob.

  • @noreenn6976
    @noreenn6976 2 роки тому

    Missed it live

  • @letsbuildasnowman7058
    @letsbuildasnowman7058 2 роки тому

    Paul Merriman is the MAN

  • @favjr
    @favjr 2 роки тому +7

    Small cap value is the cowbell. You need more cowbell.

    • @brucehazen8982
      @brucehazen8982 2 роки тому +1

      I've got a fever; and that fever can only be cured by more small-cap value!

    • @thynnus2422
      @thynnus2422 2 роки тому

      I've got the need, the need for small cap value.

  • @tbone2010mrt
    @tbone2010mrt 2 роки тому

    Looking for a small cap value I can buy with cad.

  • @danh2716
    @danh2716 2 роки тому +4

    Great discussion and it gets me thinking.
    While listening to this, I popped over to portfolio visualizer and compared "100% large cap" with "50\50 Large Cap\Small Cap Value" contributing $500 monthly for each. True enough the 50\50 portfolio stomped the 100% protfolio starting in the 1970s, 80s and 90s. But looking at the periods starting from 2000 on (so 2000-2022, 2005-2022, 2010-2022, etc) the 100% Large Cap wins out over the 50\50 portfolio in every one of those more recent periods...
    Is there a reason to believe the trend will revert back to "the good old days," or conversely, is there a reason to believe trends will stay similar to what they have been in the last 20 years?

    • @brandonlesco8738
      @brandonlesco8738 2 роки тому +2

      We don’t know, that’s why portfolio diversification is so important.

    • @harrychufan
      @harrychufan 2 роки тому +2

      3 reasons:
      1. The profit growth between large cap growth and small cap value isn’t as big as it should be given their prices
      2. The reason large cap growth beat small cap value over the last decade is multiple expansion, not expansion in profits
      3. Taking on more compensated risks over the long term should net you with a higher return, as long as you’re not investing in junk value stocks with low profitability.

    • @FlagstaffChief
      @FlagstaffChief 2 роки тому

      The 50/50 portfolio has less risk. With rebalancing, even less risk.

    • @danh2716
      @danh2716 2 роки тому

      @@FlagstaffChief How do you figure you would get less risk by adding small cap to large cap? To say nothing of the fact that the video's explanation for the improved performance (prior to 2000) was from increasing the risk of adding more of these small, high-risk/high-reward companies to your portfolio...

    • @danh2716
      @danh2716 2 роки тому

      @@harrychufan None of this explains *why* this has happened for the last 20 years, nor is it prescriptive for explaining why things should revert to "the ways things were" in the future.

  • @FlagstaffChief
    @FlagstaffChief 2 роки тому

    This was an outstanding interview. One thing Paul usually says but didn't make the point here is that he uses timing only for defensive purposes, not to increase total return.

  • @kimappreciateslife
    @kimappreciateslife 2 роки тому

    Wonder if Paul does fee only reviews of people’s portfolios. I’d like to have him review mine.

  • @Sindibad007
    @Sindibad007 Рік тому

    Thank you for introducing us to Paul. Very different from you Rob.

  • @mitchlockhart3568
    @mitchlockhart3568 4 місяці тому

    👌

  • @larrytruslow6304
    @larrytruslow6304 Рік тому

    Huge fan of Paul Merriman….listen to his podcast weekly and follow the two fund portfolio for my spouses 401k. I’m a bit concerned about the significant international holdings in target date funds weighing down long-term returns

  • @Nisie23
    @Nisie23 Місяць тому +1

    Rob, you should look at your guest when they're speaking. It's rude not to and just keep saying, right, yeah, yeah, it look like you're not paying attention. Rude.

  • @nicstevens6499
    @nicstevens6499 Рік тому

    Great one Rob! and I love listening to Paul and all his wisdom. You two combined perfect. You both do a great service for us do it yourself investors...

  • @isedagd
    @isedagd Рік тому +1

    Great interview