Investing News And Tips

April 13, 2026

Small Investment Ideas: How to Invest with Little Money

April 7, 2026

The US Cannot Pay Back Its National Debt — Here's What That Means for Your Investments

March 31, 2026

Is There a Black Swan Coming in 2026? Here's What to Do If There Is

March 24, 2026

The Risk the Iran Conflict Poses to the Stock Market

March 20, 2026

How to Avoid Capital Gains Tax: Updated Strategies

Capital gains tax gets a pretty bad rap, and rightfully so. This tax can take a huge cut of your profits from investments. There are strategies you can follow that can greatly reduce the taxes you pay on your profits so you can keep more of your money.

March 20, 2026

The Worst Stock Market Crashes in History – And How to Prepare for the Next One

While market crashes can be intimidating, history shows they also provide the biggest windows of opportunity for disciplined investors. As we head into 2025, signs point to a major correction—Stay ready. Build your watchlist. Learn to value businesses.

March 16, 2026

The Truth About the Future of Berkshire Hathaway Stock (and Why I’m Not Worried)

Warren Buffett’s retirement is coming. Here’s what it means for Berkshire Hathaway’s stock, leadership, and long-term investors like us.

February 25, 2026

Understanding the Raising Interest Rates: Key Trends and Insights

nflation has eased from its peak, but it’s far from over. Smart investors adapt by focusing on businesses that thrive in any environment. Stay informed and build a portfolio designed to protect and grow your wealth over the long term.

February 11, 2026

The Looming Index Fund Bubble: Protecting Yourself with Rule #1 Investing

Index funds are at bubble-level valuations in 2025. Learn why passive investing is risky now and how Rule #1 strategies can protect your wealth.

February 8, 2026

Berkshire Hathaway Just Bought... GOOGLE?!

February 5, 2026

What Happens When Compute Becomes Cheap—and Where the Real Moats Move Next

January 8, 2026

5 Macro Forces Investors Must Watch in 2026

November 12, 2025

The Truth About Warren Buffett’s Record Cash Pile — And What It Means for You

Warren Buffett’s record $340B cash pile isn’t a sign of fear—it’s a masterclass in patience. Here’s what investors can learn from his strategy.

November 5, 2025

Is China a Value Investing Opportunity—or One Giant Value Trap?

China’s stocks look cheap—but are they a value investor’s dream or a dangerous trap? Here’s my take on what Rule #1 investors should really know before buying in.

October 24, 2025

Is the Stock Market Repeating History? What 1999 Can Teach Us About Today’s AI Boom

Are we in another tech bubble? Discover what 1999’s crash teaches us about today’s AI-driven market — and how Rule #1 Investors can protect their wealth.

September 12, 2025

The U.S. Cannot Pay Back Its National Debt—Here’s What Investors Need to Know

The U.S. debt crisis is spiraling past $37T. Here’s how it impacts inflation, markets, and how Rule #1 investors can protect their wealth.

September 10, 2025

Investing at Home vs. Abroad: Why Simplicity Beats Predictions

Discover why simplicity and predictable businesses beat global predictions. Learn Rule #1 strategies for investing at home vs. abroad.

August 1, 2025

Why Free Cash Flow Is the Most Important Number in Investing

Learn why free cash flow—not earnings—is the most important metric in value investing. Discover how to use it to find great businesses on sale.

June 11, 2025

The Hidden Impact of Tariffs on Your Investments (and Why It's Good News for Rule #1 Investors)

Discover how Trump’s tariffs are reshaping the stock market—and why Rule #1 investors could benefit from the volatility they create.

May 14, 2025

Is Warren Buffett Predicting a Stock Market Crash?

If you want to invest like Buffett, like Charlie, and like me—you need a strategy. In this kind of environment, Buffett isn’t rushing in. He’s sitting tight and waiting for wonderful businesses at wonderful prices. That’s Rule #1, plain and simple.

May 7, 2025

Why Market Downturns Are the Best Time to Invest (If You Know How)

Learn how I navigate market downturns using Rule #1 strategies to find undervalued stocks, preserve cash, and build long-term wealth.

April 22, 2025

How Stock Market Fear Creates Opportunity for Rule #1 Investors

Fear is one of the primary drivers behind short-term volatility. This emotional response can cause investors to abandon long-term strategies in favor of impulsive decisions. During these times, disciplined investors separate themselves from the crowd.

April 17, 2025

6 Powerful Investing Principles That Help You Crush the Market Like the Pros

Discover the 6 time-tested Rule #1 investing principles used by Warren Buffett, Charlie Munger, and Phil Town. Learn how to invest with confidence, reduce risk, and grow your wealth.

April 16, 2025

Warren Buffett’s Buy and Hold Strategy: How to Build Wealth with Rule #1 Investing

Rule #1 investing is about treating your money with the care it deserves. Rather than speculating on trends or short-term movements, you’re investing in businesses you’d be proud to own — even if the stock market closed for the next 10 years.

April 16, 2025

How Stock Buybacks and Dividends Can Lower Your Investment Basis

Using stock buybacks and dividends strategically can significantly reduce your investment basis, protecting your capital and increasing potential returns.

April 11, 2025

Conscious Investing: How Your Investments Shape the World

By consciously choosing where to invest, you can positively impact society, protect the environment, and build wealth in harmony with your personal principles.

April 9, 2025

The Hidden Cost of Taxes on Your Investment Gains

Understanding and managing the tax implications on your investment gains is essential to maximizing long-term wealth.

April 2, 2025

3 Investing Lies Most People Believe (And Why They’re Wrong)

March 17, 2025

How Warren Buffett’s Favorite Things Made Him Rich

March 11, 2025

Markets in Panic Mode: What Smart Investors Are Doing Right Now

History has shown that every economic cycle includes booms and busts. The key to building wealth is understanding market cycles, being patient, and acting decisively when opportunities arise.

March 11, 2025

Should You Invest in IPOs? Everything Investors Need to Know

Before diving headfirst into IPOs, investors need to clearly understand how to evaluate these offerings, what risks they entail, and why even some of the world's greatest investors typically steer clear of them.

February 26, 2025

Lululemon vs. Nike: A Deep Dive into Lululemon’s Competitive Edge and Investment Potential

Lululemon has carved out a strong niche in premium athleisure with loyal customers, high margins, and international growth potential. This blog explores its business model, moat, and financials to help you evaluate it as a long-term Rule #1 investment.

February 7, 2025

Lessons from IBM’s Story-Changing Event

Market uncertainty creates opportunities, but it also requires caution. As a Rule #1 investor, your goal is to identify wonderful businesses that are temporarily undervalued, not those with unclear futures.

February 5, 2025

How to Assess Your Portfolio Like a Rule #1 Investor

By focusing on owning a small number of great companies, understanding their stories, and staying disciplined, you can build a portfolio that weathers market fluctuations and grows your wealth over the long term.

January 31, 2025

Analyzing Netflix: How Rule #1 Investors Find Opportunities

At Rule #1, we believe that market pessimism creates the best opportunities for long-term investors. Netflix’s rapid decline allowed us to invest in a company we’d admired for years at a deeply discounted price.

January 24, 2025

Assessing Ulta Beauty: Why This Cosmetics Retailer Has Strong Investment Potential

As Ulta continues to expand its reach and refine its strategy, it’s a company worth keeping on your radar

January 17, 2025

Finding Your "Chipotle" Moment: Investing with a Margin of Safety

The concept of a "margin of safety" is a cornerstone of value investing, championed by legendary investors like Warren Buffett and Benjamin Graham.

January 10, 2025

The Leadership That Transformed Sprouts Farmers Market: A Case Study of Jack Sinclair

A great CEO is not just someone who delivers strong financial results; they are a leader with integrity, a proven track record, and a clear vision for the future.

November 10, 2022

Everything You Should Know About NFTs

November 3, 2022

How to Hedge Against Inflation with Rule #1 Investing

If you don't invest your money in businesses that can produce a return that outpaces inflation, you may miss the opportunity of a lifetime.

October 20, 2022

The Future of Money: Will Digital Currency Replace Paper Money?

March 23, 2022

Is Investing Worth It? Why You Should Start Now to Build Wealth

Investing early unlocks the power of compounding and builds long-term wealth. Learn why investing is always worth it—and how to start with confidence.

November 17, 2021

Smart Investment Strategies Every Investor Should Know

One of the biggest obstacles holding people back from investing is that they think it is too complicated or too risky, but there are simple and smart investment strategies everyone can learn.

October 7, 2021

What is a Tech Bubble? And How to Tell if We’re in One

September 11, 2020

My Biggest Stock Market Mistakes (And How to Avoid Them)

January 16, 2020

Will There Be a Recession in 2020?

December 20, 2019

My Favorite Investing Resources That I Check Every Day

December 12, 2019

Money Traps to Avoid in Your 50's

November 1, 2019

Investing Expectations Vs. Reality

September 26, 2019

The Best Investing Advice I Ever Got

June 27, 2019

Does an Inverted Yield Curve Mean Recession is Coming?

December 27, 2018

2018 Recap & 2019 Stock Market Predictions

September 19, 2018

Can You Actually Time the Stock Market?

May 9, 2018

Market Fluctuations, Invested & Market Crashes

May 24, 2017

5 Investing Tools to Help You Track the Stock Market

November 29, 2016

Is Inflation Stealing Your Money? The Effects of Inflation on Your Retirement

If you're like that, you want to retire comfortably someday, you’ve got to make sure you're paying attention to both inflation rates and taking into account how much this is going to affect your overall savings and investment growth over 10 years.

July 13, 2016

Why Responsible Investing With Integrity is Important

June 26, 2015

Invested: Episode 10- 26 Is The Magic Number

December 22, 2014

THE VALUE OF A MEDICAL DEGREE

December 15, 2009

How the Rich get Richer

October 23, 2009

Phil Town Gives MSNBC Studio Tour

April 12, 2007

Rule #1 Blog Passes 1 Million Visits

April 11, 2007

Watch Phil on The CNBC Wealth Special, The Millionaire Inside

July 25, 2006

A QUICK LOOK AT DISNEY (DIS)

April 16, 2006

RULE #1 HITS #1

October 30, 2005

FACTORING IN THE BIRD FLU: THE EFFECT OF GLOBAL EVENTS ON YOUR INVESTING DECISIONS