Talking Real Money - Investing Talk
Talking Real Money - Investing Talk
Don McDonald
Ep. 1765: Leverage Dangers
27 minutes Posted Nov 6, 2025 at 4:22 pm.
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Don and Tom take listeners on a wild ride through the booming (and frequently disastrous) world of leveraged ETFs. They break down how these funds promise double or triple the excitement but mathematically bleed away returns through volatility decay. A few listener questions follow, covering retirement cash buffers, negotiating advisory fees on large portfolios, and comparing IRTR vs AOM for a near-retiree allocation. Humor, subtle self-mockery, a Jonas Brothers detour, and a reminder that ga...