25 Money Rules (and When to Break Them) with Brian Feroldi

25 Money Rules (and When to Break Them) with Brian Feroldi

Author: Chris Hutchins July 31, 2024 Duration: 55:22
#186: We'll break down 25 investing and finance rules of thumb, so you can learn to make better financial decisions, whether your goal is growing your wealth, retiring early, managing your portfolio, buying a car, or many other goals. Brian Feroldi is an investing expert and founder of Long Term Mindset, a financial education company. He is the author of Why Does The Stock Market Go Up? and shares his financial knowledge through The Motley Fool and his popular YouTube channel. Link to Full Show Notes: https://chrishutchins.com/investing-personal-finance-rules-of-thumb-brian-feroldi Partner Deals DRAM: 20% off my favorite sparkling water with zero calories, zero sugar Superhuman: Free month of the fastest and best email with code ALLTHEHACKS Bilt Rewards: Earn the most valuable points when you pay rent Fabric: Affordable term life insurance for you and your family Gelt: Skip the waitlist on personalized tax guidance to maximize your wealth For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: chrishutchins.com/deals Resources Mentioned Brian Feroldi: Website | X | Instagram | LinkedIn | YouTube 12 Timeless Lessons For Stock Investors Emergency Fund Size Formula ATH Podcast: Episode #48: Using an Investing Checklist to Improve your Portfolio with Brian Feroldi Episode #91: Die With Zero: Net Fulfillment Over Net Worth with Bill Perkins Follow & Review on Apple Podcasts Email us for questions, tips, deals and feedback Books: The Millionaire Next Door by Thomas J. Stanley and William D. Dank Stocks for the Long Run by Jeremy Siegel Blog Posts: Nick Maggiulli: Should I Max Out My 401k? Early Retirement Now: The Safe Withdrawal Rate Series 401k Fee Checker Wealthfront: Get a 0.5% APY boost Full Show Notes (00:00) Introduction (00:48) Why Personal Finance and Investing Is a Complicated Subject (02:30) The Rules of 72 and 70 (04:48) How to Apply Rule 72 (06:24) Rule 110(09:09) The 5 Year Rule (10:54) The 10-5-3 Rule for Growth Rates (12:26) The 6% Rule (13:57) The 3-6 Rule for Personal Finance (19:06) Brian's Emergency Fund Size Formula (21:40) The 5% Rule (23:28) Brian's Personal Rule of Thumb for Investing (27:07) The 1% Rule (31:27) Hiring Advisors (37:40) Calculate Your Net Worth: Age x Income / 10 Rule (39:37) The 15% Rule for Saving (40:46) The 50-30-20 Rule (42:00) The 80% Rule (44:03) The Employer Match Rule (46:52) The 4% Rule (49:07) The 25x Rule (An Inverse Rule) (50:35) The 20-4-10 Rule for Buying a Car (52:32) The Debt : Income Ratio (53:42) The 3% to 4% Salary Increase Rule (55:16) The 8-50 Rule (56:15) Chris' 4-3-2 Rule for Cashback Points Connect with Chris Newsletter | Membership | Twitter | Instagram | LinkedIn Editor’s Note: The content on this page is accurate as of the posting date; however, some of our partner offers may have expired. Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ever feel like there's a smarter, more efficient way to navigate your finances, your travels, and your daily routines? That's the core question driving All the Hacks: Money, Points & Life. Hosted by Chris Hutchins, this podcast is built on a simple, powerful idea: maximizing value doesn't mean sacrificing enjoyment. Instead, it's about the strategic choices that free up resources-both money and time-for what truly matters. Chris approaches life as a series of systems to be optimized, drawing from his own experience saving millions through meticulous analysis. The conversations here are practical and wide-ranging, moving seamlessly from credit card points strategies and investment philosophies to the less tangible hacks for personal fulfillment. You'll hear from a diverse roster of experts and icons, including Tim Ferriss, Tony Hawk, Codie Sanchez, and Gary Vaynerchuk, who all bring their unique perspectives on building wealth and designing a compelling life. Each episode feels like a focused workshop, offering actionable advice you can use immediately, whether it's planning a luxury vacation for a fraction of the cost or rethinking your approach to career and leisure. This isn't just about frugality; it's about unlocking freedom and excitement through smarter decisions. Tune in for a consistently insightful blend of tactical moves and deeper conversations that challenge the conventional trade-offs between spending, saving, and living well.
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