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How to Bake a Cake:  An Asset Allocation Mashup | Rick Ferri & Paul Merriman | 134

How to Bake a Cake: An Asset Allocation Mashup | Rick Ferri & Paul Merriman | 134

Episode 134 Published 1ย year, 3ย months ago
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Joining us on this episode is not just one, but TWO titans in the investing and financial literacy space, Rick Ferri and Paul Merriman. These two great minds go head-to-head on topics like asset allocation, and the risks/rewards of small cap value funds vs. total stock market funds. Through this high energy debate, they also provide expert insights into the various stages of your investing journey. Rick and Paul both share how they empower investors through their platforms and continue their relentless mission of spreading financial education.

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