The Investing for Beginners Podcast - Your Path to Financial Freedom

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  • We make the complicated stock market simple. We show you how to take advantage of the emotions in the market with lessons from successful strategies such as value investing and dividend growth investing, with a few elements of growth investing and trend following.
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  • Q&A: Does Value Work Today and Dividends or Buybacks?

    Q&A: Does Value Work Today and Dividends or Buybacks?
    Mar 3 2025
    In this episode, the hosts of the 'Investing for Beginners' podcast tackle complex listener questions about the advantages of share buybacks for dividend-focused investors. They delve into the mechanics of buybacks and their impact on share value and discuss the pros and cons of dividends vs. buybacks in terms of cash flow reliability and tax treatment. The episode also offers practical advice on avoiding stock analysis paralysis and finding competitive advantages in companies, touching on historical investment strategies and their relevance today. 00:00 Welcome to Investing for Beginners 00:16 Listener Question: Share Buybacks vs Dividends 02:15 Understanding Share Buybacks 03:16 Pros and Cons of Dividends and Buybacks 05:21 Tax Implications of Dividends and Buybacks 08:14 Real-World Examples of Dividends and Buybacks 11:37 Addressing Listener Concerns 13:24 Avoiding Stock Analysis Paralysis 19:41 Finding a Competitive Advantage 25:58 Value Investing: Then and Now 38:13 Final Thoughts and Predictions Timestamps are generated by artificial intelligence, and are not 100% accurate depending on the platform used for listening. 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. Use code [INVESTINGPOD] at the link below to get an exclusive 60% off an annual Incogni plan: https://incogni.com/investingpod 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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    46 mins
  • 12 Things I Wish I Knew When I First Started Investing

    12 Things I Wish I Knew When I First Started Investing
    Feb 27 2025
    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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    45 mins
  • Investor Profile: How Charlie Munger Helped Us Think Better

    Investor Profile: How Charlie Munger Helped Us Think Better
    Feb 24 2025
    In this episode of the 'Investing for Beginners' podcast, the hosts profile the life and career of renowned investor Charlie Munger, who had a significant impact on Warren Buffett and Berkshire Hathaway. The discussion covers Munger's early challenges, his legal career, eventual partnership with Buffett, and his influential investment philosophies. Key highlights include Munger's impact on Buffett's transition from deep value investing to focusing on high-quality businesses, and his notable investments like Costco. The hosts also discuss Munger's famous quotes and principles, including 'invert, always invert' and 'avoiding stupidity,' emphasizing how these insights have shaped their own investment strategies and personal growth. Listeners are encouraged to learn more about Munger through his speeches and writings available online. 00:00 Introduction to the Podcast 00:31 Early Life and Career of Charlie Munger 02:22 Munger's Influence on Buffett and Investment Strategies 07:40 The Concept of Worldly Wisdom 22:12 Munger's Famous Quotes and Principles 28:44 Charlie Munger's Legacy 32:01 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. Use code [INVESTINGPOD] at the link below to get an exclusive 60% off an annual Incogni plan: https://incogni.com/investingpod 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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    40 mins

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