ADVANCED INVESTING COURSE

Another Perspective on Wealth

Learning Outcomes

At the completion of this chapter, you will:

1. Understand how to bring Christ more into your finances
2. Understand our framework for learning
3. Understand the implications of that learning framework
4. Understand that "Life is Good"

Chapter Reading

Please read the chapter on "Another Perspective on Wealth" (PDF)

Slide Presentation

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Class Summary

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Video

Terminology

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Assignments

Here are the assignments for "Another Perspective on Wealth"

Tools

Personal Financial Plan Table of Contents
PFP Introduction Template

Additional Materials

The Why's What's and How's of Personal Finance - Sudweeks and Hill 2015

Investments 1: Before you Invest

Learning Outcomes

There are four objectives for this section:

1. Know the Steps You Should Take Before You Invest
2. Recognize the Ten Principles of Successful Investing
3. Understand the Risks and Benefits of the Major Asset Classes
4. Understand the Risk and Return History of the Major Asset Classes

Chapter Reading

Please read the chapter on "Investments 1: Before You Invest" (PDF)

Slide Presentation

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NOTE: A slide presentation with Questions and Answers regarding investments can be found on the page for Investments 9

Class Summary

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Video

Terminology

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Assignments

Here are the assignments for "Investments 1: Before You Invest"

Tools

Investment Plan Example
Investment Plan Example Instructions
A Risk-Tolerance Test
Key Questions on Money and Relationships

Investments 2: Your Investment Plan

Learning Outcomes

There are three objectives for this section:

1. Understand the Importance of Financial Goals and Know How to Set Them
2. Know How to Prepare a Personal Investment Plan and Understand Its Importance
3. Identify and Beware of Get-Rich-Quick Schemes

Chapter Reading

Please read the chapter on "Investments 2: Your Investment Plan" (PDF)

Slide Presentation

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Class Summary

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Video

Terminology

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Assignments

Here are the assignments for "Investments 2: Your Investment Plan"

Tools

Investment Plan Example
Investment Plan Example Instructions
Return Simulation for Asset Classes
After-Tax, Equivalent Taxable Yield, and After-Inflation Returns
Expected Return Simulation and Benchmarks

Investments 3: Securities Market Basics

Learning Outcomes

There are five objectives for this section:

1. Recognize the Different Types of Securities Markets
2. Be Aware of the Basic Characteristics of Brokers and Investment Advisors
3. Understand How to Buy and Sell Securities
4. Answer Questions about Choosing a Broker or an Investment Advisor
5. Select and Use Benchmarks

Chapter Reading

Please read the chapter on "Investments 3: Securities Market Basics" (PDF)

Slide Presentation

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Class Summary

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Video

Terminology

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Assignments

Tools

Expected Return Simulations and Benchmarks

Investments 4: Bond Basics

Learning Outcomes

There are five objectives for this section:

1. Explain the Risks and Returns Associated with Bonds
2. Understand Bond Terminology
3. Describe the Major Bond Categories
4. Explain How Bonds Are Valued
5. Explain the Costs of Investing in Bonds

Chapter Reading

Please read the chapter on "Investments 4: Bond Basics" (PDF)

Slide Presentation

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Class Summary

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Video

Terminology

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Assignments

Here are the assignments for "Investments 4: Bond Basics"

Tools

Possible Benchmarks for Investment Plans
Return Simulation for Asset Classes
After-Tax, Equivalent Taxable Yield, and After-Inflation Returns
Expected Return Simulation and Benchmarks

Investments 5: Stock Basics

Learning Outcomes

There are six objectives for this section:

1. Review Risk and Return for Stocks
2. Understand Stock Terminology
3. Understand How Stocks Are Valued
4. Know Why Stocks Fluctuate in Value
5. Recognize Stock-Investing Strategies
6. Calculate the Costs of Investing in Stocks

Chapter Reading

Please read the chapter on "Investments 5: Stock Basics" (PDF)

Slide Presentation

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Class Summary

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Video

Terminology

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Assignments

Here are the assignments for "Investments 5: Stock Basics"

Tools

Possible Benchmarks for Investment Plans
Return Simulation for Asset Classes
After-Tax, Equivalent Taxable Yield, and After-Inflation Returns
Expected Return Simulation and Benchmarks

Investments 6: Mutual Fund Basics

Learning Outcomes

There are six objectives for this section:

1. Explain the Advantages and Disadvantages of Mutual Funds\
2. Describe the Different Types of Mutual Funds
3. Describe the Different Classes of Mutual Fund Shares
4. Calculate Mutual Fund Returns
5. Know How to Purchase a Mutual Fund
6. Explain the Costs of Investing in Mutual Funds

Chapter Reading

Please read the chapter on "Investments 6: Mutual Fund Basics" (PDF)

Slide Presentation

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Class Summary

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Video

Terminology

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Assignments

Here are the assignments for "Investments 6: Mutual Fund Basics"

Tools

Possible Benchmarks for Investment Plans
After-Tax, Equivalent Taxable Yield, and After-Inflation Returns

Investments 7: Building Your Portfolio

Learning Outcomes

There are three objectives for this section:

1. Understand and Use the Priority of Money
2. Describe the Phases of Successful Investing
3. Explain the Investment Process and Learn How to Build Your Portfolio

Chapter Reading

Please read the chapter on "Investments 7: Building Your Portfolio" (PDF)

Slide Presentation

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Class Summary

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Video

Terminology

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Assignments

Here are the assignments for "Investments 7: Building Your Portfolio"

Tools

Investment Process Spreadsheet
Roth Versus Traditional: Which Is Better for You?

Investments 8: Picking Financial Assets

Learning Outcomes

There are four objectives for this section:

1. Explain Why You Should Wait to Purchase Individual Stocks
2. Know How to Find Information on Mutual Funds and Stocks
3. Describe How to Pick a Good Mutual Fund
4. Explain the Value of Purchasing an Index Fund or Exchange Traded Fund (ETF)

Chapter Reading

Please read the chapter on "Investments 8: Picking Financial Assets" (PDF)

Slide Presentation

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Class Summary

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Video

Terminology

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Assignments

Here are the assignments for "Investments 8: Picking Financial Assets"

Tools

Using Morningstar to Select Funds
Key Sources of Financial Information
Investment Process Spreadsheet

Investments 9: Portfolio Re-balancing and Reporting

Learning Outcomes

There are four objectives for this section:

1. Understand Portfolio Re-balancing
2. Manage and Evaluate Your Portfolio Return
3. Calculate Risk-Adjusted Return Performance
4. Perform a Portfolio Return Attribution Analysis

Chapter Reading

Please read the chapter on "Investments 9: Portfolio Rebalancing and Reporting" (PDF)

Slide Presentation

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Please click here for the Questions and Answers PowerPoint slide presentation (PPT) for this section, or here for the slides as a PDF.

Class Summary

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Video

Terminology

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Assignments

Here are the assignments for "Investments 9: Portfolio Rebalancing and Reporting"

Tools

Tithing Share Transfer Example
Portfolio Attribution Example

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