Paula Pant and Paul Merriman: The present and future of investing

In this fast-paced, fun and educational interview by Paula Pant — the self-described “writer and instigator” behind the weekly podcast, “Afford Anything” — Paul and Paula discuss:

• Meeting Vanguard founder John Bogle
• 2 Funds for Life
• What’s wrong with Target Funds?
• What’s different about investors today?
• Why should investors make more in future?
• Should you add internationals to your portfolio?
• What happens to bond portion of portfolio in 2 Funds?
• What should investors do with the market at historical highs?
• How can you know the risk you’re taking?

As Paul commented, “It was the 300th podcast of “Afford Anything” and I can see why Paula is so popular… she’s a terrific interviewer and wonderful teacher! I like how, in the beginning of the podcast, she defined some terms to be used during discussion, including an explanation of asset allocation, and provided a powerful wrap-up at the end with “5 Key Takeaways.”

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