#120 - The Hidden Fees Quietly Killing Your Investment Returns with Robert Rolih

Send us Fan MailAre hidden fees eating away at your investment returns? In this episode, Steven Arita sits down with Robert Rolih, author of The Million Dollar Decision, to talk about what really hurts long-term investors, and it’s not just the market. Robert shares how even a small 1% fee can quietly cost you hundreds of thousands (or more), why short-term trading usually backfires, and how you can build a simple, hands-off portfolio with just a couple of ETFs. Whether you’re focused on real estate or looking to clean up your stock market game, this episode will help you avoid common mistakes and feel more confident with your money.Robert Rolih is the international bestselling author of The Million Dollar Decision: Get Out of the Rigged Game of Investing and Add a Million to Your Net Worth. After losing most of his wealth by following traditional financial advice, Robert spent seven years uncovering how the financial industry really works—and how everyday investors often get the short end of the deal. Born in a small village in Slovenia, he went on to become a successful entrepreneur and speaker, known for turning complex investing topics into simple, practical strategies. Today, Robert teaches investors how to protect their money, cut unnecessary fees, and build long-term wealth on their own terms. He’s been featured on CNBC, Yahoo Finance, Newsmax TV, and more, and has shared the stage with names like Robert Kiyosaki, Gary Vaynerchuk, and Jack Canfield.Connect with Robert:Website: https://robertrolih.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robert-rolih-685a6893/FB: https://www.facebook.com/robert.rolih/IG: https://www.instagram.com/robertrolih/X: https://twitter.com/RobertRolihYT: https://www.youtube.com/c/RobertRolihGrab a copy: https://milliondollardecisionbook.com/Episode highlights:(0:00) Intro(2:44) Robert’s story: from losing money to gaining everything back and more(5:44) The real cost of 1% fees(10:24) Why short-term trading rarely works(19:05) The power of keeping your portfolio simple(25:31) How to invest more safely (and why that wins long term)(31:20) What a “1-hour-a-year” investing strategy looks like(38:15) Robert’s advice to his younger self(39:30) Where to find Robert(40:11) Outro—Share this with your tech friends who you think would benefit from learning about passive income and alternative real estate investments. For more resources and guides, check these out:Crack the Code https://www.aritacapital.com/crack-the-code/Investor 101 https://www.aritacapital.com/investor-101-resource/Due Diligence Resource https://www.aritacapital.com/dd-checklist-resource/If you want to learn more, reach out at:Email: [email protected]:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/aritasteven/IG:  https://www.instagram.com/the.real.arita