Do You Actually Need Private Equity to Become Wealthy?

Private equity is becoming more accessible to everyday investors—and it could eventually show up inside your 401(k) and target-date funds. But how does private equity actually work, and does it deserve a place in your investment portfolio? We break down private equity vs. the stock market, historical returns, illiquidity, leverage, the “2 and 20” fee structure, diversification, and the risks investors need to understand. Plus, we explain where alternative investments could fit within the Financial Order of Operations, why low-cost index funds remain the foundation for most investors, and what to research before putting retirement money into private markets. ⁠⁠⁠⁠Jump start your journey with our FREE financial resources⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Reach your goals faster with our products⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Take the relationship to the next level: become a client⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Subscribe on YouTube for early access and go beyond the podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Connect with us on social media for more content⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Bring confidence to your wealth building with simplified strategies from The Money Guy. Learn how to apply financial tactics that go beyond common sense and help you reach your money goals faster. Make your assets do the heavy lifting so you can quit worrying and start living a more fulfilled life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Hosts: Brian Preston, Bo Hanson