Wrong Time for Risk?

Written By Don McDonald

Don is still lounging around the North Sea (and editing this podcast). So, Tom in joined by Paul Merriman. The S&P 500 has soared 20% so far this year and now that "the market" (has been) "is" up, investors are feeling frisky. So, is it time to dive back into the equity pool.

Paul discusses the number one reason to buy index funds and why you should buy when the market is down. He also talks about using target-date funds in conjunction with a small-cap value offering.

Callers ask:

  • What should a son do with money in his IRA?

  • Does is makes sense to buy shares of stock in the Atlanta Braves?

  • Is there a downside to having everything invested with one custodian?

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