Why people recommend it
Common Sense on Mutual Funds by John C. Bogle is an influential guide advocating for index funds, diversification, and low-cost passive investing strategies. Frank Vasquez recommended the book on ChooseFI, referring to it as the book of Jack, and directed listeners to chapters 18 and 19 to understand essential macro allocation principles. Additionally, a guest named Ed on ChooseFI mentioned coming across John Bogle's book on mutual funds while living in Saudi Arabia. He shared that reading the text was a pivotal moment that helped him understand the fundamental importance and long-term benefits of low-cost and passive investing.
Who recommended it
- Frank Vasquez Recommended
Frank Vasquez — 1 mention
Recommended
“to learn about this you need to go to the book of Jack the book of Jack is common sense investing by Jack Bogle and uh chapter and verse from chapters 18 and 19 where he discusses this”
Mentioned on the show without a named speaker — 1
Discussed
“I came across bogle's um uh what was it on mutual funds and that's where I understood the importance of low-cost investing and also passive investing”