Holistic Wealth and Health Podcast
Episode 31: Investment Fundamentals - Understanding Market Dynamics and Portfolio Diversification with Apollo Lupescu
Are you worried about making the right investment choices for your retirement? Join host Jason L Smith, and special guest Apollo Lupescu from Dimensional Fund Advisors, for a conversation that takes the mystery out of investing.
Whether you're already enjoying retirement or planning for it in the next few years, this episode breaks down what you really need to know about protecting and growing your nest egg in today's complex market environment.
Key Topics Discussed:
- Investment Fundamentals: Learn why having a comprehensive financial plan is crucial before selecting specific investments
- Risk Management: Understand the difference between "smart risks" and "dumb risks" in investing
- Global Diversification: Discover why international exposure matters, with the U.S. representing 61% of global market value
- Market Timing: Why "time in the market" beats "timing the market" - supported by 50 years of market data
- The Bucket Plan® Strategy: How The Bucket Plan® philosophy of separating investments into Now, Soon, and Later buckets helps create peace of mind for retirement