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This is the first investment book i've ever read. Every broker, financial planner, and investment book presents that as the standard. Worthwhile reading for all investing skill levels.
There are 3 critical premises to this concept that must be understood. This contains extensive definitions of the various asset classes used to diversify. Author is very logical in his approach to asset allocation, which you can sense comes from his e... Read More
The book is fine - educational, informative, enlightening. The author is very knowledgeable on the subject. He has a knack for keeping the book interesting.
The book is not shallow, but presents and in-depth coverage of the subject of brokerage account asset allocation. The author does a fantastic job of simplifying complicated concepts and capturing highlights for the investor who wants to set up a profe... Read More
Rick ferri is my primary financial advisor, through his website blog and guest articles in forbes, etc. I also commend ferri for what he has done with his investment company, which charges a far lower rate than i had thought existed in the financial a... Read More
Cons
'the path to diversification is so exploited that you will be looking at making less than 10% returns or so for the rest of your life' 'if you don't have risk appetite for stocks, move to real estate.
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Quality
As somebody already familiar with the boglehead approach this was a more advanced course that gives me increased confidence in ... Read More
It will be even better if additional recommendations for index fundsetf the author can consider expanding further to incorporat... Read More
While these types of titles are surely of use for the absolute beginner they are somewhat lacking for people with the goal of u... Read More
I read tony robbins’ unshakeable and followed it with the millionaire next door
Price
This book gives you the fundamentals and more of low cost investing
Competitiveness
This is a great read for a novice investor
Excellent coverage of alternative investments and asset allocation models
They dont take away from the book but make it appear less than professional
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Less theory and more practical advice towards the end for individuals and institutional investors
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I knew nothing about microcaps or high yield bonds for example
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It is not an easy read though
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I disagree with ricks comments to the effect that investment advisers pass a simple exam similar to one taken by sixteen year old to pass drivers license exam
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For series 65 exam i have been studying for two months and am still confused
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I still find the investment adviser exams hard
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These books were great for buying into the concept of investing but did little in the way of actual asset allocation
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The book would be a fine reference for occasional review
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