Many people struggle with the basic concepts behind long-term, highly diversified investing. It’s a matter of human nature. They are overwhelmed by fear or greed. They feel it is too late to invest. They cling to misperceptions about risk and return. In this article, David Booth, founder of Dimensional Fund Advisors lists 10 common objections to investing and how to overcome them.
“The lessons are clear: Investing in markets is an excellent plan for meeting long-term goals, like maximizing your retirement income. When you develop a deeper understanding of public markets, you can cultivate a sense of optimism about investing.”
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