How do Individual Stocks Compare to Investing in Funds?

Scott and James discuss the most how individual stocks compare to investing in funds. NEW: We're on YouTube here! Listener Question: I listen to your podcast and it has inspired me to invest however, I have invested into individual stocks and it has lost around 50% of its value so I invested money into VOO because I thought it was safer and I continue to invest $55 every two weeks im 18 and this is what I can comfortably afford how do I build my wealth for the long term should I continue to invest in the S and P or is there another thing you recommend? Planning Points DiscussedUtilizing Time EfficientlyCapital AppreciationPurchasing PowerOther issues (IRAs, Inflation, Financial Goals, etc.)Timestamps: 2:30 - We're on YouTube HERE! 6:17 - Individual Stocks 10:30 - Truth of Money 13:16 - Funds Overview 18:20 - Financial Planning 20:53 - Stock Investing 26:49 - Growth Mindset 33:00 - Aligning Your Financial Goals LET'S CONNECT! James YouTube LinkedIn Website Scott Facebook Twitter Website ENJOY THE SHOW? Don’t miss an episode, subscribe via iTunes, Stitcher, Spotify, or Google Play. Submit Your Question For The Show Here!