Mebane Faber Interview - Chat With Traders Episode 120

Founder and CIO of Cambria Investment Management, Mebane Faber is the man who manages Cambria’s ETFS, separate accounts, and private investment funds. On top of this, he’s also authored numerous white papers and five books on various investing subjects. In case you did not think that was enough on his plate, Meb’s a budding podcaster too, host of The Meb Faber Show.

I asked Meb to join me for this episode so that he could share a few simple ways that active traders can make the most out of the opportunity and compounding effect that (somewhat passive) longer-term investing has to offer.

To get down to it, I asked Meb where to start, how to come up with expectations, about various types of portfolios, when to enter the market, what to do during drawdown, the most common struggles for new investors, and more…

What’s Covered in This Interview:

Managing expectations as a long-term investor through the lens of historical market performance. And, handling home country bias and concentration risk.
Is it possible to succeed as an investor with very little time and effort? Meb explains what’s really required and runs through various portfolio types.
The best way to combat emotional decisions and increase accountability? Reasons why a written investment plan should be compulsory. Plus, how to think about your investment goals.
When is the ideal time to enter the market as a new investor, how to deal with inevitable drawdowns, and things to consider for rebalancing your portfolio and tax efficiency.