How do Individual Stocks Compare to Investing in Funds?

Scott and James discuss the most how individual stocks compare to investing in funds.NEW: We're on YouTube here!Listener Question:I listen to your podcast and it has inspired me to invest however, I have invested into individual stocks and it has lost around 50% of its value so I invested money into VOO because I thought it was safer and I continue to invest $55 every two weeks im 18 and this is what I can comfortably afford how do I build my wealth for the long term should I continue to invest in the S and P or is there another thing you recommend?Planning Points DiscussedUtilizing Time EfficientlyCapital AppreciationPurchasing PowerOther issues (IRAs, Inflation, Financial Goals, etc.)Timestamps:2:30 - We're on YouTube HERE!6:17 - Individual Stocks10:30 - Truth of Money13:16 - Funds Overview18:20 - Financial Planning20:53 - Stock Investing26:49 - Growth Mindset33:00 - Aligning Your Financial GoalsLET'S CONNECT!JamesYouTube LinkedIn WebsiteScottFacebook Twitter WebsiteENJOY THE SHOW?Don’t miss an episode, subscribe via iTunes, Stitcher, Spotify, or Google Play.Submit Your Question For The Show Here!