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Feb 2023
28m 20s

1470: Ask Farnoosh: All-Things Investing

Farnoosh Torabi
About this episode

Investing is a big theme on today's show. Listeners want to know:

  • Should I sell my investments if they've performed poorly and I may need the money soon?
  • What are the best types of investment accounts for retirement that don't have minimum ages for withdrawals? 
  • How do I prioritize contributions to the 401k, my Roth, and my high-yield savings account? 

Plus: The benefits of student loans and the pros/cons of pet insurance.


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