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Billy Spencer's avatar

This is, hands down, the best article on compound interest I have ever read. If there is a nuclear fallout, I hope this, Cher, and cockroaches are what's left to rebuild.

Also, where's the Roth IRA merch store?!

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Ally Jane Ayers's avatar

Wow thanks Billy!

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Jessica Alpha's avatar

This post FINALLY made me want to take the leap again and open up a brokerage account during my lunch break today. I literally have Vanguard open in another tab. The only issue is I realized (AKA Googled) that since my husband works for a major bank, I probably have to ask him to check with their compliance team to see if there are any restrictions/if we have to use a certain brokerage. Am I correct in this, or did Google just make something up?

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Ally Jane Ayers's avatar

Ah, yep, you might have a slight compliance hurdle. But don't let that stop you! You probably just need a list of approved brokerage firms. Some banks may require you to invest through their platform. Ask your husband to check. It's a small hurdle to overcome; don't lose momentum!

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Syd's avatar

OMG, Ally. I have been trying to convince a family member in her 50s to invest, and it's been a lost cause since the 2024 election (which, yes, I get, but....)

This is amazing and so well-explained. Just forwarded to her and may send to a few other people as well. Thank you for writing this - incredibly timely.

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Ally Jane Ayers's avatar

Wow thank you! Just trying to spread the good word…

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Lumina Gershfield Cordova's avatar

This!!!!!! 🪻🌱👏

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