Tools & Resources
Phil Town's free Rule #1 Investing Resources, offering tips for both beginner and advanced investors.
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Advanced Investing
Investor Toolbox
Analyze stocks and set watch lists through the same online investing software that Phil Town uses.
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Cheat Sheet for Smarter Investing
Learn what 10 steps you should take to make smarter investing decisions and create a financially-free life.
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Sales Growth Rate Calculator
Use this calculator to determine the Sales Growth Rate, or rate a company has grown its sales year over year.
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Sticker Price & Margin of Safety Calculator
Use this calculator to determine if you can buy the company safely to make a 15% return over a 10 year period.
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Stock Options - Your Guide to Options Trading
Find out what options trading is, how it differs from buying stocks, and how to get started.
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The Rule of 72 Cheat Sheet
This simple trick will help you figure out how long your investment will take to double and how compound interest can accelerate your savings.
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"3 Circles" Exercise Guide
Use this exercise to find businesses that match your values and lifestyle.
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How to Invest Money
Reach your financial goals by following this simple guide on how to invest money and grow your wealth.
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IQ Quiz
Take this short quiz to measure your investing knowledge and learn which investing strategies will work best for you and your investing goals.
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Start Investing in 10 Simple Steps
Follow these 10 steps to make smarter investing decisions toward financial freedom.
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Beginner’s Guide to Investing
7 easy steps to get started and make your first Investment. Get closer to reaching your financial goals with this strategic roadmap.
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Transformational Investing Webinar
In less than an hour, walk away knowing how to start managing your own portfolio with a proven method for generating low-risk, high-return investments.
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Types of Investments
Explore the different types of investments out there so that you can determine the best one for you.
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Inspire Me
Investing Books
Here's a list of 20 of the best investing books out there, including some of Warren Buffett's favorites as well.
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IQ Quiz
Take this short quiz to measure your investing knowledge and learn which investing strategies will work best for you and your investing goals.
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Small Investment Practices to Make More Money
Reduce investing risk and make more money by following these smart investing practices.
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Best Investors in the World Guide
Get inspired by the accomplishments
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The Best of the InvestED Podcast
Learn how to make your first trade, the importance of value investing, and much more by listening to these hand-picked Rule #1 InvestED Podcast episodes
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6 Money Traps to Avoid in Your 40s
As you get older and priorities shift, it’s time to start really planning out your financial future. Here are 6 money traps to avoid in your 40s.
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Warren Buffett Book of Quotes
Quotes and tips from one of the world’s greatest investing gurus.
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Retirement
How to Have Investing as a Side Job
Watch this video for some tips on how to make investing your new side job, and what it takes to be a successful investor.
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Market Crash-Proof Your Retirement
Recessions aren't always a lose-lose situation- follow these steps to take advantage of the unique opportunities a recession presents.
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Retirement Calculator
Find out exactly how much you’ll need to save and invest in order to retire comfortably.
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Retirement Quiz
Take this short retirement quiz to find out if you're prepared for a comfortable lifestyle after work.
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401K Plans: What You Don't Know
Watch this video to find out how 401(k) plans came to exist, what to be aware of today, and how to determine if your company 401(k) retirement plan is right for you.
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Rule #1 Calculators
Market Cap Calculator
Use this calculator to understand the relationship between share price and number of shares outstanding.
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Find the Right Calculator
Utilize an investment calculator to determine whether investing in a particular stock is a good idea or not.
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Payback Time Calculator
Use this calculator to find out how long it will take you to get your investment back, based on the company's historical earnings stream.
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Equity AKA Book Value Per Share
This calculator determines the rate a company has grown its Equity, or Book Value Per Share.
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Retirement Time Calculator
This calculator determines your future annual cash needs, annual savings needed and total future savings.
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EPS Growth Rate
This calculator determines Earnings Per Share, one of the 'Big 5 Numbers' required to know whether a company is a wonderful business to invest in.
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ROIC Calculator
Use the Return on Invested Capital Calculator to determine if a business is well managed.
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Sales Growth Rate Calculator
Use this calculator to determine the Sales Growth Rate, or rate a company has grown its sales year over year.
Calculate Sales Growth RateAdvanced Investing,Rule #1 Calculators
Sticker Price & Margin of Safety Calculator
Use this calculator to determine if you can buy the company safely to make a 15% return over a 10 year period.
Calculate MOSRule #1 Calculators
"Operating Cash" Growth Rate
This calculator determines if the operating cash flow trend within a company makes it good enough to invest in.
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Rule #1 Resources
How To Create a Stock Watchlist video
Watch this video to learn the importance of a stock watchlist and the steps you need to take to set up a stock watchlist of your own.
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Map Out Your Investing Journey
Learn how to plan, save, and invest at any age so you can build your financial freedom.
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Financial Success Planner
Set up your most successful year yet with this 12 Month Financial Success Planner.
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Rule #1 Free Online Course
Start learning how to invest from 3x New York Times Best-Selling Author, Phil Town, with this FREE online course.
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Beginner’s Guide to Investing
7 easy steps to get started and make your first Investment. Get closer to reaching your financial goals with this strategic roadmap.
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The Rule #1 Quick Start Guide
Start your path to financial freedom with this guide, featuring highlights from Phil Town's New York Times best-selling books.
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Stock Market
How to Invest During the Recession
Read how you can use recessions to your advantage to build a strong portfolio and potentially make wealth.
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How to Invest During a Pandemic
Know what to do with your investments during major events, such as a pandemic, so you can thank yourself later.
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How to Pick the Best Stocks
Follow these 5 tips to pick the right businesses to invest in and start creating generational wealth.
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Market Crash Guide
Prepare for the next market crash and know how to benefit from market volatility with this guide.
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Beginner Investing,Value Investing Resources
"3 Circles" Exercise Guide
Use this exercise to find businesses that match your values and lifestyle.
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The Value Investing Cheat Sheet
Understand the key differences used in value investing and where to start when researching companies to invest in.
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Free Online Investing Course
Start learning how to invest from 3x New York Times Best-Selling Author, Phil Town, with a FREE online course.
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Big 5 Numbers
A cheat sheet to the 5 numbers that matter most when calculating Rule #1 investments.
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Start Investing in 10 Simple Steps
Follow these 10 steps to make smarter investing decisions toward financial freedom.
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The Four M’s
Achieve financial freedom using these proven rules, tips, and strategies.
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Understanding Market Cap
Make smarter investing choices by understanding how to calculate a company's market capitalization.
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