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Episode 64: Investing in Chaos: The Truth No One Tells You

May 23, 2025 • The Personal Finance Podcast

Greetings from MFA Capital.

This week on The Personal Finance Podcast, our host Chanda Varma, Senior Vice President and Financial Coach at MFA, shares a powerful story from a recent client interaction.

She speaks about a respected senior doctor who is an experienced long-term investor but he is grappling with doubts after hearing mixed messages from the banking world. She unpacks the myths of market timing, discuss the impact of geopolitical events on investments, and explain why building a resilient financial plan matters more than predicting the next crisis.

You must listen to this episode if you are looking for:

Smart investing strategies during uncertain times
Emotional clarity for long-term wealth building
Noise-proof advice from a financial coach
How to stay invested and focused on your financial goals

Tune in to listen to the podcast now!

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