Sound Investing

What if small decisions — just a half-percent here or an extra year there — could change your financial future by millions? In this episode, we continue our annual Boot Camp series by tackling one of the biggest forks in the road investors face: stocks and bonds. Drawing on nearly a century of academic research and data, we break down what the math actually tells us about compounding, risk, diversification, and long-term returns. You’ll hear why: Tiny differences in returns can mean millions over a lifetime Bonds are designed for safety — not wealth creation Equity asset classes behave very differently from year to year Diversification across asset classes smooths volatility and improves outcomes Trying to “pick winners” is a losing game — and why owning the whole market works This episode is educational, not personal advice — think of it as a roadmap that helps you ask better questions and make more informed decisions.  Important: The tables and charts referenced in this episode are available in the PDF. Watching the companion video will make these concepts even clearer. If you care about making smarter long-term decisions for yourself and your family — this is one to share.