Episode 390: Single Fund Portfolio Follies, Variable Withdrawal Strategies, Basic Portfolio Considerations, And Portfolio Reviews As Of December 27, 2024

Risk Parity Radio

In this episode we answer emails from Kyle, Adam, and Steve. We discuss equal weight vs. cap weighted funds and the fallacy that one fund stock portfolios are optimal, a variable withdrawal strategy plan, and what kinds of portfolios work best for which types of people and purposes.
And THEN we our go through our weekly portfolio reviews of the eight sample portfolios you can find at Portfolios | Risk Parity Radio.
Additional Links:
Father McKenna Donation Page: Donate - Father McKenna Center
Shannon's Demon Article: Unexpected Returns: Shannon's Demon & the Rebalancing Bonus – Portfolio Charts
Portfolio Charts Retirement Spending Calculator: Retirement Spending – Portfolio Charts
2024 Morningstar Report Analyzing Variable Withdrawal Strategies: State_of_Retirement_Income_2024.pdf
Swedroe Factor Investing Book: Book Review: Your Complete Guide to Factor-Based Investing | CFA Institute Enterprising Investor
Merriman Best In Class ETFs: Best-in-Class ETF Recommendations | Merriman Financial Education Foundation
Amusing Unedited AI-Bot Summary:
Step into the world of Risk Parity Radio, where we unravel the mysteries of asset allocations and personal finance. Ever wonder how equal weight differs from cap-weighted index ETFs? We promise to guide you through this intriguing comparison, emphasizing the importance of utilizing multiple funds for a comprehensive market strategy. Together with my co-host Mary, we explore how concepts like Modern Portfolio Theory and Shannon's Demon can elevate your portfolio's performance beyond a single-fund approach. And, in a nod to community spirit, we encourage our listeners to support the Father McKenna Center, weaving philanthropy into our financial discourse.
This episode goes beyond the basics, challenging the notion that one-size-fits-all in the world of investing. We dissect the benefits of combining growth and value funds, and highlight the risk management advantages of cap-weighted ETFs. Our heartfelt retirement segment touches on a listener's email about crafting a sustainable portfolio through variable withdrawal strategies. We navigate the nuances of personal inflation adjustments, equipping you with the tools to fortify your financial future. Join us as we counter cognitive biases and fine-tune strategies to align investments with economic realities, ensuring that your financial journey is as robust as it is rewarding.

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1. Episode 390: Single Fund Portfolio Follies, Variable Withdrawal Strategies, Basic Portfolio Considerations, And Portfolio Reviews As Of December 27, 2024 (00:00:00)

2. Exploring Asset Allocations for Investors (00:00:01)

3. Maximizing Portfolio Performance Through Asset Allocation (00:05:55)

4. Variable Withdrawal Strategy for Retirement (00:16:59)