2026

What if we had a prioritized list of ideas that long-term investors ought to consider? Something that cuts straight to the facts.

You’ve identified what might lead to failure. Sometimes, the risk is too big and far outweighs any rewards. Always get back to your car.

Why do we keep discussing the 60/40 portfolio? Where did it come from? Why does it have so much staying power?

If a stock drops (-50%), it needs to grow +100% to breakeven. But…does this mean anything important to investors?

Are retiree’s who own bond funds setting themselves up for harm that a bond ladder could never inflict? Or is this six vs. half-dozen?