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#RI-6ae09388·4 months ago·
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Lookback: 2 months into a college finance project

“Spent countless hours analyzing companies and trying to beat the market”

Realized I couldn't beat the market and wasted time trying

What I wish I knew
"Index funds are a better option"
If I could tell you one thing
"Consider simplicity and low-cost investing"
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8/10
Clear regret.
The downsides outweighed what was gained.
SettledMixedSevere

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