Paul Merriman on Money Life with Chuck Jaffe at FinCon

At FinCon, Chuck Gaffe- moneylifeshow.com sat down with Paul for a wide-ranging conversation about investing and financial independence.

Paul shared insights on the rise of index funds, the FIRE movement’s “one-fund-for-life” approach, and how small portfolio adjustments can boost long-term returns. He also discussed timeless investing principles like staying the course, understanding risk, keeping costs low, and diversifying wisely.

At FinCon, Paul reflected on everything from the rise of index funds to the FIRE movement’s “one-fund-for-life” strategy. His message was clear: while simple investing solutions can work, small, thoughtful adjustments—like adding different asset classes—can meaningfully improve long-term returns.

Paul also emphasized timeless investing principles:

Stay the course. Don’t bail when markets turn volatile.

Understand your risk. Know how much you can afford to lose before the storm comes.

Avoid unnecessary costs. A fraction of a percent in fees can add up to millions over a lifetime.

Diversify wisely. A broad mix of assets offers protection and opportunity across market cycles.

Whether discussing crypto, ETFs vs. mutual funds, or portfolio allocation strategies, Paul’s advice always comes back to one goal: helping investors achieve financial independence with confidence and peace of mind.

You can explore his free resources, podcasts, and articles at paulmerriman.com