Would an extra 2% in investment returns transform your financial future? It might help. But the decisions that have the greatest effect on your wealth often happen long before you choose a mutual fund, stock, or retirement account. In this episode of Working Wealth, Patrick and Trevor discuss the financial and personal choices that can have a greater long-term impact than chasing higher investment returns.
Would an extra 2% in investment returns transform your financial future?
It might help. But the decisions that have the greatest effect on your wealth often happen long before you choose a mutual fund, stock, or retirement account.
In this episode of Working Wealth, Patrick and Trevor discuss the financial and personal choices that can have a greater long-term impact than chasing higher investment returns.
They explore:
Investment performance matters, especially over long periods of time. But returns are only one piece of the equation.
Your income, savings habits, relationships, health, career, and ability to stay consistent may ultimately shape your future far more than whether one investment earns slightly more than another.
The better question is not simply, “How can I earn a higher return?”
It is, “What am I building this wealth so that I can do?”
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Discussions in this show are for entertainment and educational purposes only and should not be construed as specific recommendations or investment advice. Always consult with your investment professional before making important financial decisions.