Rules for Investing I Wished I Had Used Earlier

I wished I had started using the following investing rules in my twenties:

• Don't lose money in the long term
• Safety first and get reasonable returns
• Don't bet against America
• Keep it simple

My investment accounts and retirement accounts would be higher than they are currently, by an estimated 2-3 times or even more, if I had simply invested in U.S. market index fund.

While I can't change my past, I have learned how to invest better for the long term.  I will follow these rules to invest for my children's savings and retirement accounts.

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This is not financial nor investing advice. Please consult a professional advisor.

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