See Inside Our Stock Portfolio | One Year of Investing - HUGE Returns! (Ep. 12)

[@OurRichJourney]

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[@rixnbix3012]

I'm a 19 year old student and personal trainer and thanks to you guys i now invest 60% of my earnings in the stock market!!

[@OurRichJourney]

That is SOOOOOO fantastic!!! Congrats on starting so early with investing! That is amazing!

[@rixnbix3012]

@@OurRichJourney Thank you!!!

[@merrymaurader2521]

😬. Don’t throw 60% in the stock market. I started at 18 but I diverted with other assets like cash, bonds, cds, real estate and gold. 60% of your income into the stock market a large %

[@JdudeCorner]

@@merrymaurader2521 everyone has different goals. S&P always goes up in the long game!

[@JaeWest]

@@merrymaurader2521 Most people, such as yourself, shouldn't invest in the stock market because they don't have the right temperament. Instead invest in index funds.

[@shishaydesta8757]

The gain is amazing, but your ability to compliment and not speak over one another is more impressive. In a world full of boisterous and disorderly couples, it’s refreshing to see you two emanate order and tranquility.

[@titabrun923]

Aren't they reading?

[@panamguy9535]

She doing most of the talking. He is well trained

[@Joshuadanielcc]

With so many you tubers promoting single stocks I thank you for promoting index funds! You have helped me personally and I know you are helping so many others. Just want to thank you for blessing us with your knowledge!

[@ignitionSoldier]

I wish your beautiful family many blessings. Thank you for spreading financial literacy.

[@OurRichJourney]

Thank you so much Jabre!

[@iamjacquesbarjon]

I only had $54K in the market when the downturn started, but I had a minor freakout when it went to $37K over a few weeks. But I never sold, kept consistently investing $915 per week and today I have $137K. So thankful for index funds and folks like you for keeping me motivated and informed.

[@OurRichJourney]

That is fantastic! Thank you for sharing your story! Such a great example of how things can turn out by staying the course, continuing to invest, and holding long-term!

[@iamjacquesbarjon]

@@OurRichJourney thanks! And yeah that’s what I hope to keep doing until I fire in 9-10 years. Y’all are a huge motivation.

[@mannyjeanpierre4062]

wow congrats. Its doubled in one year!!!!

[@azndude508]

@@mannyjeanpierre4062 The gains are good but the "doubling" is mostly due to new capital being consistently added since the downturn.

[@nunyabusiness1317]

$915 per week my goodness....

[@aquariangypsy8892]

Can you talk about withdrawing from the stock market? The process in selling/withdrawing your shares/money.

[@ronaldfortaleza1177]

Would love to know also

[@helenb2777]

Following

[@roxanaramirez9022]

Yes please!

[@jimenasubietaprevost9843]

Good topic! I hope they cover it soon

[@OurRichJourney]

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[@MoementumFinance]

"It's not about timing the market, it's about time in the market" 👌 Well-said!!!

[@CIST3]

Yep and continuing to invest even it seems counter intuitive.

[@audra7593]

Serious Wisdom!

[@surfnbacker84]

I remember when the market was crashing you said: “don’t get tricked into thinking, this time is different”, referring to crises/crashes, and you were spot on. I bought as much as I could on the dip with that quote in mind. Thank you for that, wishing you guys continued health and happiness.

[@OurRichJourney]

That is FANTASTIC!!!

[@NursesToRiches]

And this is why we love index funds! Also, an argument against going strickly toward the dividend-growth-investment-only route.

[@OurRichJourney]

Haha - yes! This is why we love those index funds! :)

[@AshleySkyflier]

I always say "Join the Journey" along with you guys at the end of every video now lol 🤓

[@carlosmendez1884]

I did the same thing you guys did and I'm glad I did. When the market crashed and the pandemic was new I adopted a "I have nothing to lose" strategy. Back then, I was convinced that either the world was going to end or we were going to come out this with a boom. So I kept investing the way I have been doing since 2015 without listening to all those who told me I should stay in the sidelines. It worked out great to say the least AND I'm glad the world didn't end.

[@OurRichJourney]

Carlos - ditto on the whole world not ending thing! :) AND - that is fantastic that you continued to invest and didn't panic sell because now you get to see the rewards! :)

[@MYlearning-f7l]

I did my spring cleaning yesterday and re-listened to your previous episodes. You always provide so much great content that I am either catching something I missed the first time or have a better understanding and appreciation of a topic. Thank you for sharing your knowledge and insights.

[@OurRichJourney]

Thank you so much for sharing your kind words May! We love that you're re-listening to our videos and continuing to learn! :)

[@floridaboy7273]

Great content as usually. You two are the reason I started investing and pursing fire during the pandemic. Your commitment to the your family, the people and educating us is unmatched .

[@theluxuryvagabond]

Happy Easter Christina and Amon! My video watching goes like this...our rich journey ' so we invested 3k in this fund and keep investing 100s each month and here we are today' ...Me ' so I have invested $50 in this fund and keep putting $25 a month and so eventually I can do more and then I will be here in the end'...baby steps...baby steps. But you always keep me motivated!

[@OurRichJourney]

Hi there Jay! Happy Easter! And about investing $50 and putting in $25 each month - that is FANTASTIC! Just think about when you weren't investing anything! You have taken action by investing and you are being consistent! That is something to be VERY proud of!!! Congratulations!!!

[@okponku1]

@2:31 Love the play on the words "it's not about 'timing' the market, it's about 'time in' the market" 😊

[@vilmah2791]

Are you investing in the US Stock Market? Is this possible when you live overseas?

[@TheDivaIsIntheDetails]

I love that you all did an update on this fund you started when the market dropped. Blessings to you for using this as an example for others to be encouraged to start. This channel has certainly helped to motivate me to take action. I have seen my 2020 portfolio grow as well with index funds: started during the drop 2020 with $50 in four Fidelity index funds in 2020 and has grown substantially in 2021.

[@OurRichJourney]

That is fantastic that your portfolio is growing! So exciting to hear that!!! And super excited to hear that you're feeling motivated and that you took ACTION! :) So many times, it's easy to get excited about something but then not to take action. But, action is required for results!!! CONGRATS!!!

[@stephgonzalesc]

I am ready to start but not sure if a brokerage account or an ira account is best when you have not purchased your first property (still renting).

[@sheilajean-pierre1222]

Great job 👏! Which index funds did you get please

[@flexanesthesia7869]

Very awesome! On March 15th of 2020, I threw 20k into VTI. The returns on that have been nothing short of phenomenal! Great video guys! Time in the market > Timing the market!

[@wgarnsey]

You two (and the girls) rock! You do such a great job explaining investing in clear and actionable terms. Happy Easter and we're looking forward to checking out Portugal as well.

[@OurRichJourney]

Aww, thank you so much William! Happy Easter! :)

[@zeusthejoker]

What happens when you guys cash out? How does taxes work on your guys’ 3 portfolio. Great video!

[@damonlyde4741]

Your courses are reasonably priced and seems like you're really trying to help people not get rich off of their ignorance to the stock market I salute you for that

[@bethcruz8055]

Thank you so much for sharing! I followed you April Last year and decided to copy your investment strategy in May. It is now up $2,614.75. THANK YOU!! Happy Easter!

[@OurRichJourney]

Hi Beth! Thanks for watching and commenting! But, make sure you're not copying us, but researching and choosing the best investment plan that works for you! :)

[@bethcruz8055]

Yes thank you. I started my research on my own and invested on Vanguards ETF’s as well. You were right.. consistency is the key.

[@墨紫月]

I did the same

[@airless818]

Do you guys hold forever for growth and dividends with these funds?

[@vc6036]

Bravo, bravo. I remember when you invested and explained it back in March 2020. Congratulations to you! Thank you for sharing with us. May you continue to be blessed and continue to bless us with your knowledge and experiences. Take care.

[@joaocortez73]

Looks like you have retired with a significant portion of your savings in cash. It would be interesting to see your asset allocation (percentages) across all asset classes. Welcome to Portugal!

[@OurRichJourney]

Thanks João!

[@Johndoe90sbaby]

Love the videos. One question though. I looked into these options and I’ve noticed that they don’t have a long track record. How do you personally measure that risk?

[@upsetter0596]

Great content. Thanks for sharing. Slow and steady wins the race 🏁. Greetings from Canada 🇨🇦

[@OurRichJourney]

Yes - slow & steady wins the race - GREAT mindset!!! Thanks for watching in Canada!!! :)

[@lifewith9cats153]

Wow. Congratulations! You're giving me the courage to fire my investment advisor and do it on my own. Thank you!!!

[@daisyly3065]

Happy Easter! Thank you for all yours videos . I learn a lot from these videos .

[@OurRichJourney]

Happy to hear that! Thanks so much Daisy!

[@Goofbut1]

such great energy and information / no shortcuts, just solid information and example. Appreciate you guys!

[@victorfonseca306]

Thank you for sharing your knowledge. I’m heavily invested in dividend stocks, I really like the dividend revenue. Can I use Index funds to generate monthly income?

[@Truck--kun]

9:13 quick note that on Fidelity it is listed as FSRNX NOT FSNRX

[@OurRichJourney]

Thanks Truck-sama!!!

[@LivingSwedish]

That's amazing! ✨Happy Easter! 🐣🐰🌷☀️

[@OurRichJourney]

Thank you!!! Happy Easter! :)

[@BooCuzz]

I’m new to this world of finance but I’m super encouraged. I pray it works out .

[@Katsuya89]

I remember back in March 2020, when stocks were down 37%, the common theme was that the stock market would drop a lot more. I decided I'd drop $10,000 into the market at that time, then continue to DCA afterwards. I'm so glad I did, because that turned out to be the bottom.

[@OurRichJourney]

I remember that common theme so well! :) Congrats on ignoring the naysayers and continuing to invest! :)

[@tonioyendis4464]

You two are the definition of a great Power Couple!

[@reseller7]

EXCELLENT!!!! You guys are certainly a breath of fresh air when it comes to investing and staying the course!!!

[@jenniferlee7167]

Good Job! I remember when you indeed started thisportfolio last year. Congratulations!

[@OurRichJourney]

Thank you Jennifer! Seems like time flies by, right?! Thanks for watching!

[@dairysmoreta6108]

Happy Easter! Thanks for the video! 😍😍😍

[@OurRichJourney]

Happy Easter!!!😍😍😍

[@lashawn369]

Checking in from the DMV.

[@maxineoliver7404]

Fabulous kitchens!!"Happy Mother's Day!"🌹🌺

[@cmo2591]

Check out FISVX fidelity small cap value. it’s on fire

[@sheneilbrown5913]

I have been waiting for this update!

[@OurRichJourney]

Awesome! Thanks so much for checking in (AND commenting) Sheneil!

[@Stephaniealicianaturalhair]

Wow !! That is awesome progress :) You two are helping a lot of people. Since discovering your channel last year, I have learned appreciated your insight. Thank you for the information .

[@AaronHernandez-xv4qh]

Amazing video! I think an underrated part is the min amount needed to invest!Anyone could have done this, which is great!

[@OurRichJourney]

That's a great point Aaron! Anyone can get started with as little as one dollar! :)

[@jamarmoore5567]

How do you guys feel about the turn over rate of fsrnx

[@jmclay4317]

I’m late today! Busy Easter Sunday! Happy Easter Amon and Christina and to all of us! Happy investing! 🙏🙏

[@OurRichJourney]

Haha! Late . . . but you still made it! Hehe! :) Happy Easter!!! :)

[@Buffett305]

Another Great Video! Could you please consider making a video about how USA retirement accounts and taxation works when you live in another country? For example, if I contribute to a Roth IRA which will grow tax-free in the USA, would I still owe taxes if I move to Portugal or Spain when I take money out? My wife and I are already 3 years into our FIRE journey and very excited! Thank you for all the great content you create and for teaching us newbies!

[@OurRichJourney]

Thank you Joseph! And thanks for the video suggestion!

[@natflang]

Would love to know more about that as well.

[@melissalawrence3003]

Me 3

[@墨紫月]

I mirrored your portfolio a year ago, good job 👏

[@OurRichJourney]

Thanks Eleanor! :) But make sure you're not copying our investments - You should always do your research and pick the investments that work best for you! :)

[@墨紫月]

@@OurRichJourney thank you for the reminder 💪👍

[@RyotaAkashi]

I really would like to start investing but I’m not sure which one to use Webull or Robinhood? Any other options beside these two?

[@pornngarmdejkriengkraikul3019]

Thank you for your nice index fund information. Do you have any advice for ETF that equivalent to your index fund?.

[@saboorheath7769]

1st video I've seen & already gained a wealth of knowledge. 41, somewhat empty nester as of last year. started investing in may 2020. Individual stocks/crypto.... now adding etfs. Index funds are really ideal for me, looking to set something for the next generation 10-15 years from now w/o a big initial deposit

[@udaykarki2033]

A and C -Thanks for videos and education. why did you invest in Fidelity in March 2020 - why didn’t you topped up your existing Vanguards index funds ex, VTISX instead ?

[@user-qm4ds1ci1z]

Question, if you don't mind sharing, where do you get the money to invest monthly since you're retired? Do you use the pension money and just reinvest? Do you use money from you investments to live on? You may have done a vid on this, so apologies if I missed it lol

[@vpiRY]

God, I love these two. Jesus. #relationshipgoals #lifegoals

[@OurRichJourney]

Aww, you are too awesome! Thank you so much!!!

[@Faith12Man]

I appreciate Both of You for sharing this valuable information in Detail. I'm Gonna put this info to Use.

[@judithbuchanan9566]

Happy Holidays Amon, Christina & girls. As usual great vlog & I appreciate you for educating us💖.

[@OurRichJourney]

Happy holidays Judith!!! :) Thank you so much for always watching and commenting!!!!❤️

[@stefanieperez9680]

Omg!! Second comment… the small amount of the house we have seen so far is BEAUTIFUL! Congrats guys and we will tune in tomorrow :)

[@dalazyone109]

What investment platform are you using vanguard/fidelity/M1 Finance , which is the Best Choice ?

[@dawna197]

Nice job! Between March and June of 2020, I got into the stock market when others ran away in panic. I invested a fairly modest $12.5K (from an inheritance) into a variety of stocks, many of which were tanking at the time (AMC @ $2.85/share), but I was buying with long term economic recovery in mind. That portfolio is now at $31.5K! Woot!

[@shayhopkins7813]

Thank you all for putting out this information.

[@aznpridebuhhd]

Question on the REIT index fund FSRNX, for a lot of index funds with historically higher returns, they tend to have high turnover rates. Is this a concern as a retail investor? Like does that cut into your gains at all? & if this is held outside of a retirement portfolio, would it impact taxes?

[@beautywithinsherry7141]

Do you have a video of what you do with the money once it has reached a specific amount. Do you keep investing in the same or different index funds? Or remove the money completely?

[@AG-md9io]

will you consider pledging your assets into a line of credit and using those assets to purchase other assets (biz or RE)?

[@sarahhicks3971]

Happy Easter guys! As usual fantastic video. Thank you for your continued hard work 😊

[@OurRichJourney]

Thank you so much Sarah! Happy Easter!

[@360TheColourBarSalon]

What are the Equivalent to your Fidelity stuck to the Vanguard starts

[@2967_]

I got your course. I'm looking forward to learning. It's an investment in myself and my future. You're so inspiring.

[@dannysosa7533]

Hi, you guys are amazing. I really enjoy your straight forward investing guidance. Love the music in the background. Thank you for sharing your knowledge.

[@TheGatlinburgHussey]

I'd love to see you guys do a side by side of the Funds vs individual stocks like Apple or Tesla the past year...

[@OurRichJourney]

Thanks for the video suggestion (and, of course, for watching and commenting)! :)

[@TheGatlinburgHussey]

@@OurRichJourney thank you as ALWAYS🎊🎊

[@guillermohamilton3509]

You are the reason I start investing this year. Thank you so much!

[@OurRichJourney]

Wow! That is so cool to hear! Thank you so much Guillermo! So exciting to hear that you started investing!

[@Bangpaulxu]

Started watching your channel last year. Really helped me out, thank you so much! Also started a custodial account for my son!

[@OurRichJourney]

Starting a custodial account for your son - that is FANTASTIC! Congratulations on doing that!

[@Katiedoan88]

Hi guys! Thanks so much for all of this great content! :) May I ask how you two were able to continue investing in Vanguard and/or Fidelity's index funds while abroad? I still intend to be a U.S. taxpayer but there might be a chance for me to work/go abroad temporarily (2 years) I spoke to representatives from both companies and they said that contributions can only be made to their mutual funds as long your residence is in the U.S.

[@denalikid72]

Great video as always, long time subscriber. Is it better to hold index funds or etfs in a Roth or a regular taxable brokerage account?

[@annab123]

Do you have these index funds in your roth ira?

[@byrdgang74]

Vanguard or fidelity? Im looking to start investing and want to know which one to go with ! I would appreciate the feed back thanks in advance

[@HappyVegi2011]

We are planning to move offshore in the next year. We are trying to find out how to manage our account from there if there is no office in that country. What do you suggest?

[@alexisquartey2920]

A&C, i cant find the 3 suggested etf under fsrnx or fsnrx. Is there a typo somewhere?

[@monasixtyfive4962]

Where do you buy Index fund’s from

[@MPK1881]

Thanks for reiterating that its our behavior that matters most for profiting in stock market

[@FeminineMotherhood]

Hi there, I have a question. Will there be an option to email our question we have as we go through the investment courses you have?

[@ohbehave4558]

Hey guys love the videos. I may have hopped over a few but I watched the older ones to begin with and then you were with Vanguard. Have you guys hopped over to Fidelity now instead? And thoughts on the switch?

[@artinek7126]

We appreciate the update! This series empowered me to start index investing last spring. Cheers!

[@kolabtc3781]

I love all your videos and I have been following you guys for sometime, please what are the cheap stokes I can’t invest in with $1000 thanks

[@missdee3]

How many stocks should a new investor have?

[@MyaEmilyNguyen]

is it weird that i love you guys so much and am so thankful to have found you.. thank you!

[@52msdiane]

Good jobs guys! Did u invest before the market started to crash or afterwards in march?

[@liketoread6677]

In Canada, those three Fidelity Funds are not available for investors to buy. Are those funds only for US investors?

[@stephenfrancis2868]

Very interesting video. Now you are living in Portugal, why such a US focus? I would have thought either a more international or even Euro bias would make sense or at least be a more common approach? Also a little surprised at the absence of fixed interest funds? As a UK citizen (though also with a house in Portugal) what funds would you recommend?

[@gorgioso]

I was waiting for this update. Thank you so much for sharing! 🙂

[@OurRichJourney]

No problem 😊 Thanks for watching!

[@tjwonder8157]

This is a great video and really cool guys! It reinforces what I'm already doing. Thank you for sharing!

[@charlesb5735]

Question. This is your regular stock brokerage account right? Not Roth IRA?

[@HappyVegi2011]

How do you invest from Portugal? Do you use an app or computer program? Can you use TD, Schwab, Fidelity, Estrade?

[@JamesNorthwest]

I love your videos. Would you recommend managed portfolios, i.e. Merrill Edge, Fidelity or Empower?

[@craigchambers4183]

Had a great Resurrection Sunday, followed today by a good time here working on our portfolio. Super video!

[@carmelitapark8340]

Are these index funds in your taxable account or tax advantaged account such as Roth IRA?

[@ronaldfortaleza1177]

Are these 3 index funds be good inside your Roth IRA? Or should I go Vanguard of these similar funds? I’d appreciate any help

[@svita5294]

Congratulations!!!Excellent update!!! Can you share your thoughts on why you chose the different percentages based on the investments for this portfolio?

[@OurRichJourney]

Thank you! Glad you liked the update! We can do an allocation explanation in an upcoming update!

[@Regen-Studios]

Hi Amom and Christina, I hope that you are doing well. I am considering in takings your course but I have a question...your course focus on USA and I live in the Uk. Is there any differences between Vanguard and Fidelity index funds ? Thanks in advance. Edna