About this video

• Video Title: The Best ETF Combos for a Set It and Forget It Portfolio (Growth Edition)
• Channel: Dividend Compounders with Cheese
• Speakers: Amos
• Duration: 40:15

Overview

This video discusses the benefits of using Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs) for investing, particularly for those who don't want to pick individual stocks. The speaker, Amos, presents three ETF combinations suitable for a "set it and forget it" portfolio, emphasizing a blend of growth and dividends, as well as a tech-focused, market-matching approach. He also touches on investment strategies like dollar-cost averaging and the importance of a long-term perspective, while sharing personal life updates.

Key takeaways

• ETFs are recommended over individual stocks for most investors: The speaker argues that the average person is better off with ETFs due to their diversification and simplified approach to investing.
• Three ETF combinations for a "set it and forget it" portfolio are presented:
  • Growth and Dividends Blend: SCHG (growth), QQQI (NASDAQ 100 income with options), and IBIT (Bitcoin ETF). This combo aims for growth while providing some dividend income.
  • Growth with Dividend Focus: QQQ (NASDAQ 100) and SCHD (dividend growth ETF). This focuses on tech growth with a reliable dividend component.
  • Market Matching (No Dividends): VTI (Total Stock Market ETF) and VGT (Information Technology ETF). This is for investors indifferent to dividends, aiming to mirror market performance.
• Importance of Long-Term Investing: The speaker stresses the value of a long-term perspective, compounding, and avoiding speculative "casino style" investing or day trading.
• Dollar-Cost Averaging is favored: The speaker advocates for systematic investing through dollar-cost averaging, especially buying on "red days" when fear is high.
• Personal Life Update: Amos shares his experiences as a new father, the challenges of sleep deprivation, and his gratitude for viewer support.