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The Investing for Beginners Podcast - Your Path to Financial Freedom

By Andrew Sather and Dave Ahern | Stock Market Guide to Buying Stocks like

We make the complicated stock market simple. We show you how to take advantage of the emotions in the market with lessons from successful strategies such as value investing and dividend growth investing, with a few elements of growth investing and trend following.

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46:19

Warren Buffett’s Four Pillars: The Ultimate Guide to...

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2025/12/08

Want to go deeper on real companies with simple, long-term investing guidance? Subscribe to the Value Spotlight Newsletter, where Dave and Andrew share stock ideas, valuations, and lessons from real businesses straight to your inbox. In this episode, Dave and Andrew break down Warren Buffett’s legendary Four Pillars of Investing, sharing strategies to help you become a better investor. They explore how to find quality information, why consistent earnings growth matters, how to build your own

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68:01

Emerging Moats, Oscar Health, and Kraken Robotics –...

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2025/12/04

Want to go deeper on real companies with simple, long-term investing guidance? Subscribe to the Value Spotlight newsletter, where Dave and Andrew share stock ideas, valuations, and lessons from real businesses straight to your inbox.In this episode, Dave and Andrew welcome Brett Schaefer to talk about “emerging moats” and showcase his new research service. Brett breaks down why he’s focusing on companies with growing competitive advantages, and shares deep dives into two off-the-beaten-path

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39:53

AAR26 - How to Use Insurance to Build Wealth w/ Kim...

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2025/12/02

You can download Evan’s free monthly budgeting spreadsheet here:https://einvestingforbeginners.com/budget/In this episode of At Any Rate, Evan Raidt sits down with Kim Butler—founder of Prosperity Thinkers, host of the Prosperity Podcast, and bestselling author of Live Your Life Insurance—to break down how life insurance can be used as a tool for building wealth (not just protecting your family). They dive into the mechanics of whole life insurance: how it works, how you can borrow against

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45:23

Are Bonds Missing from Your Portfolio? David Stein...

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2025/11/27

Want to go deeper on real companies with simple, long-term investing guidance? Subscribe to the Value Spotlight newsletter, where Dave and Andrew share stock ideas, valuations, and lessons from real businesses straight to your inbox.In this episode of The Investing for Beginners Podcast, Dave and Andrew bring back David Stein—author, co-founder of AssetCamp, and host of Money for the Rest of Us—to demystify bonds. David also breaks down the difference between investment-grade and high-yield

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47:36

AAR25 - How to Make Smart Purchasing Decisions

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2025/11/25

You can download Evan’s free monthly budgeting spreadsheet here:https://einvestingforbeginners.com/budget/In this episode of At Any Rate, Evan Raidt and Andrew Sather dig into how to make smart spending decisions without living like a hermit or constantly feeling guilty every time you buy something. They push back on the extreme “never spend money” advice that goes viral online, talk about how both of them have swung between over‑frugality and overspending, and explain why the real goal is a

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37:17

Q&A from Bruno: Should You Trust Your Analysis, Buy...

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2025/11/24

Want to go deeper on real companies with simple, long-term investing guidance? Subscribe to the Value Spotlight newsletter, where Dave and Andrew share stock ideas, valuations, and lessons from real businesses straight to your inbox.In this episode of the IFB podcast, Dave and Andrew answer a thoughtful set of questions from listener Bruno about building confidence as a long-term investor, using ETFs like the S&P 500 and a quantum-themed ETF, and whether it ever makes sense to leverage an

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38:04

AAR24 - Credit Cards: Tool or Trap?

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2025/11/18

You can download Evan’s free monthly budgeting spreadsheet here:https://einvestingforbeginners.com/budget/In this episode of At Any Rate, Evan Raidt and Dave Ahern tackle one of the most misunderstood tools in personal finance: credit cards. They open with real-life horror stories—from a $20,000 cash advance to chase a “hot stock tip” to a college student stacking cards to upgrade his truck—and use them to show how easy it is to slide into crippling debt. Evan and Dave also walk through

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45:47

Recreating a Billionaire's Stock Buying Checklist

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2025/11/17

You can read the full blog post “Mohnish Pabrai’s Stock Buying Checklist” here: In this episode, Andrew and Dave walk through a stock-buying checklist inspired by Mohnish Pabrai and his book The Dhandho Investor. Instead of reading all 34 questions, they “draft” their favorites like a fantasy football team, using each pick to highlight a key principle of smart, long-term investing. They discuss how to think about a company’s future prospects, why understanding how a business actually makes

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44:23

AAR23 - How to Get the Best Deal on a House

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2025/11/11

You can find Evan’s home buying calculator at einvestingforbeginners.com/home.In this episode, Evan Raidt is joined by Andrew Sather to answer a listener’s question about how Evan was able to secure a 4% mortgage rate in today’s market. They break down the process of finding below-market rates, discuss the pros and cons of new builds versus resale homes, and share personal experiences and tips for anyone considering buying a home. They cover the details of FHA loans, builder incentives, the

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61:29

Stock Market Nerd’s Guide to Investing

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2025/11/10

In this episode of the Investing for Beginners Podcast, Brad Freeman from Stock Market Nerd joins the discussion to provide his insights on various investment strategies and the importance of understanding financial statements. Brad shares his journey into the world of investing, the critical factors he considers when evaluating stocks, and the role of strong leadership in company success. He also dives into specific sectors like cybersecurity and explains his cautious approach to AI and bubble

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48:09

AAR22 - Renting vs. Owning: No Easy Answer

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2025/11/04

You can find Evan’s home buying calculator at einvestingforbeginners.com/home.In this episode, Evan Raidt and Dave Ahern tackle the classic debate of renting vs. owning a home. They break down the numbers behind home affordability, share real-life experiences, and discuss how your personal goals and financial situation should drive your decision—not outdated advice or pressure from others. From the dramatic shift in home price-to-income ratios to the realities of being “house poor,” Evan and

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41:08

Financials Demystified: Understanding Current Assets...

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2025/11/03

Welcome to the Investing for Beginners podcast! In this episode of 'Financials Demystified,' we dive into the world of current assets, focusing primarily on current assets and their importance in investment strategies. Learn about balance sheets, liquidity, current vs long-term assets, and popular financial ratios like the current ratio and quick ratio. We use examples from companies like Walmart, Target, and Circuit City to illustrate key points and explore how effective inventory management can

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51:23

AAR21 - 5 Ratios to Understand Your Financial Situation

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2025/10/28

You can find Evan's custom home buying spreadsheet by going to ⁠⁠⁠⁠http://Einvestingforbeginners.com/homebuyingIn this episode, Evan Raidt and returning guest Dave Ahern dive deep into essential financial ratios crucial for maintaining and tracking your financial well-being. They discuss various topics, including savings rate, cost of needs ratio, the importance of emergency funds, net investment ratio, debt to income ratio, and a bonus segment on partner income ratio for couples. The

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34:47

Investing for Your Children's Future: Beginner's...

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2025/10/23

In this episode of the Investing for Beginners podcast, we explore the topic of investing for your children. We dive into various investment options available, such as 529 accounts, custodial IRAs, and the new Trump account. The hosts discuss the importance of starting early and the benefits of tax-advantaged accounts. You'll hear practical advice on how to get your kids interested in the stock market, the power of compounding, and the impact of early financial education on their future

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37:56

AAR20 - New Job? How to Handle Finances During a Job...

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2025/10/21

You can find Evan's custom home buying spreadsheet by going to ⁠⁠⁠http://Einvestingforbeginners.com/homebuyingIn this episode, host Evan Raidt is joined by Andrew Sather to offer practical advice on managing finances during a job transition. They discuss the concept of lifestyle inflation and why merely avoiding it isn't sufficient. Instead, they recommend a balanced approach, suggesting a 30/70 split between spending and saving any income increase. Key points include accounting for hidden

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39:36

Financials Demystified: Everything Outside EBIT

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2025/10/20

In this episode, Andrew and Dave dive deep into understanding the income statement beyond EBIT. They discuss the importance of taxes, the lifecycle of companies and its impact on financials, and Warren Buffet's insights on tax deferred assets. The hosts also explore interest expenses, interest income, and their significance to a company's financial health. They highlight the value of footnotes and other financial statement details, providing tips on identifying potential issues and assessing

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38:31

AAR19 - 5 Ways to Protect Your Retirement

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2025/10/14

You can find Evan's custom spreadsheet by going to ⁠⁠http://Einvestingforbeginners.com/homebuyingIn this episode of 'At Any Rate,' host Evan Raidt and guest co-host Dave Ahern delve into crucial strategies for planning and securing your retirement. They discuss the importance of leveraging tax benefits, understanding retirement account rules, preparing for unexpected expenses, and considering passive income options like real estate. The hosts also emphasize the significance of maintaining a

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46:19

The Secret Business Model Behind Visa and Mastercard

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2025/10/13

In this episode, Andrew and Dave delve into the intricate business models of Visa and MasterCard. They discuss the performance and history of these companies, emphasizing Visa's American-centric focus compared to MasterCard's international reach. The conversation covers the concept of a duopoly and how both companies have become dominant players through strong network effects. They analyze the revenue streams of Visa, including service revenues, data processing, international transactions, and

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52:58

Using AI for Stock Research: Tips + Prompts with...

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2025/10/09

Welcome to the Investing for Beginners podcast. In this episode, we are joined by Brian Feroldi from the Long-Term Mindset to explore how AI can enhance stock research. Brian shares his experience and tips on integrating AI for fundamental analysis, explaining its benefits and limitations. He walks through various practical AI prompts to analyze a company, from business phase analysis to risk assessment. Brian also introduces his tool, Stock Simplifier, including in-depth prompts for effective

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45:21

AAR18 - Having a Budgeting Breakthrough with Kathy Tomes

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2025/10/07

You can find Evan's custom spreadsheet by going to ⁠http://Einvestingforbeginners.com/homebuyingOn this episode of 'At Any Rate,' host Evan Raidt welcomes Kathy Tomes, creator and host of 'Budgeting Breakthrough.' They discuss making sustainable financial changes, Kathy’s personal financial awakenings, and the development of her Budgeting Breakthrough system. Key topics include the importance of financial planning, emotional aspects of money management, the power of automation, and tips for

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