• 12 Things I Wish I Knew When I First Started Investing

  • Feb 27 2025
  • Length: 45 mins
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12 Things I Wish I Knew When I First Started Investing

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  • In this episode of the Investing for Beginners podcast, hosts Andrew and Dave share the top 12 lessons they wish they knew when they first started investing. They discuss the challenges of beating the market, the simplicity of investment math, the importance of continuous learning, and the nuances of understanding business fundamentals. They also delve into the significance of valuation, the impact of volatility, and the emotional aspects of selling investments. The conversation highlights the need for accounting knowledge, the value of share buybacks, and the benefits of having a community in the often solitary world of investing. Listeners are encouraged to learn from these insights to avoid common pitfalls and enhance their investment journey. 00:00 Introduction to Investing for Beginners 00:10 It's Not Easy to Beat the Market 03:38 The Math is Easier Than I Thought 05:59 You Don't Know What You Don't Know 10:27 The Money and Returns Will Come 13:21 Selling is Harder Than Buying 18:53 Nobody Knows Everything About Wall Street 23:20 You Have to Learn Accounting 24:10 Buybacks Are Not Bad 26:30 Don't Be Dogmatic 30:22 Valuation Matters 32:30 Volatility Will Happen 34:50 The Game is Lonely 38:14 Conclusion and Final Thoughts Today's show is sponsored by: Go to SHOPIFY.COM/beginners to start selling with Shopify today. Go to shipsticks.com and use the code INVESTING for 20% off. Go to get.stash.com/INVESTING to see how you can receive $25 towards your first stock purchase and to view important disclosures. This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/INVESTING and get on your way to being your best self. What do Dave and Andrew recommend? Andrew works really hard to find the best insights he can every single month at Value Spotlight. To see a sample of his previous work, go to stockwriteup.com. Have questions? Send them to newsletter@einvestingforbeginners.com SUBSCRIBE TO THE SHOW Apple | Spotify | YouTube | Amazon | Tunein Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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