Two Investment Philosophies Imparted
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I was reading this article at Motley Fool about Sir John Templeton who passed away at a grand ole age of 95. It is not a terrifically written article but it does point out some highlight of this legendary investor. I once held shares in a mutual fund run by his company that performed well for me during that time frame.
What I wanted to point out here was the two philosophies Templeton shared that were mentioned in the article.
The best time to invest is when you have money. This is because history suggests it is not timing the markets that matters, it is time.
To buy when others are despondently selling and to sell when others are avidly buying requires the greatest fortitude and pays the greatest ultimate rewards.
I will have to see if I can get a copy of his book, Investing the Templeton Way to see if I can learn anything from it.
Comment by Civilisme from Civil Job Vacancy on 19 July 2008:
I will consider my investment on this end of July
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Comment by passivefamilyincome on 21 July 2008:
Mark - I like the 2nd philosophy the best although it is very hard to follow.
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Comment by Dividends4Life on 22 July 2008:
He will be missed…
Best Wishes,
D4L
Comment by Franz from Reise Forum on 20 August 2008:
Yea he is a real legend.
Comment by Günther Sunshine from immobilienkatalog on 4 September 2008:
I think that the first philosophy is better but also hard to follow
Comment by Günther Sunshine from homepagedesigner on 4 September 2008:
second philosophy sounds more efficient for me
Comment by Abby from Payday Loans on 31 October 2008:
The first philosophy is definitely good advice, because too many of us spend on the wrong things when financially blessed. If you invest, you may see your money back and more.
Comment by Forex Funnel Review on 17 November 2008:
i would say i agree with the first statement, it definitely follows my line of thought.
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Comment by Mira from Contemporary Dining Chairs on 22 November 2008:
Some times the scare of investing immobilizes you and you loose out on better deals. Both philosophies will work but the individuals need to be made out with such personalities.