{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/6397af5928c3c90011893601/640a32245452ad0011ea9c9b?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Should You Own Individual Stocks?","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/6397af5928c3c90011893601/show-cover.jpg?height=200","description":"<p>Many people are drawn to the idea of individual stocks. It's extremely tempting to think that you can pick the next Amazon or Apple and get rich.</p><p><br></p><p>While extremely alluring, individual stock investing is much more difficult and risky than many realize. </p><p><br></p><p>Through an examination of real-world statistics, and case studies, Paul &amp; William explain how for the great majority of people, individual stock picking leads both to underperformance and undue portfolio risk. </p><p><br></p><p>Listeners will leave this podcast with a greater understanding of the risks associated with owning individual stocks and a clear path to building a diversified investment portfolio to help them achieve their long-term financial goals.</p><p><br></p><p>If you have any feedback, questions, or topics you'd like us to cover, send us an email at info@westendwealth.com</p><p><br></p><p>Would you like to chat with Paul or William? Have a question for them? Set up a call by following these links:</p><p>Paul: https://calendly.com/westendwealthpla...</p><p>William: https://calendly.com/westendwealth/ph...</p><p><br></p><p>The views and opinions expressed in this podcast may not necessarily reflect those of IPC Securities Corporation. This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be relied upon as a basis for investment decisions.</p>","author_name":"West End Wealth Planning"}