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Rule #1 Investing is a U.S.-based financial education company that teaches long-term, value investing principles. The approach is built around the idea often described as the first rule of investing: don't lose money.Founded by investor and author Phil Town, Rule #1 Investing provides educational programs designed to help individuals understand how to evaluate businesses and make disciplined investing decisions. The education is inspired by Warren Buffett's value investing and is intended for self-directed learners seeking a structured way to think about investing, rather than short-term trading.The company offers in-person and virtual learning experiences, including the Rule #1 Investing Workshop, along with online educational resources. Rule #1 Investing’s methodology is centered on the Four M’s framework—Meaning, Moat, Management, and Margin of Safety—which guides learners through a repeatable process for analyzing companies and understanding valuation principles. These ideas are also reflected in Phil Town’s published work, including the Rule #1 book.Rule #1 Investing serves a global audience of beginner and experienced everyday investors who want clear, principles-based investing education delivered in plain English. All offerings are educational in nature and do not provide personalized investment advice or guarantees.
Rule #1 Investing (ruleoneinvesting.com) has 219 customer reviews on The Fair Hearing, with an average rating of 4.9 out of 5.
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Excellent teaching on how to identify wonderful business, and then put a value to them. After that, turbocharge cash flow with option trading strategies. I love that they didn't try to sell me anything. It changed my financial future. I can now retire with ease and comfort.
By Marty
This workshop changed the course of my life. It may sound too good to be true but after I attended the workshop, I made a pivot from being a healthcare worker to investing as my primary form of income and passion.
By Danny
I’ve been a Ruler since 2019. I can honestly say it was the best decision I ever made. Great program, helps make investing fun and easy to understand.
By Barry
Since taking Phil Town’s weekend course with my son in 2018, the Rule #1 investing process has been truly life-changing. Learning how to identify and value wonderful companies gave me a completely new level of confidence as an investor. Over time, I was fortunate to move from student to coach, and I now help teach and support others through our monthly virtual classes. It’s incredibly rewarding to see students apply these principles, take control of their financial futures, and feel empowered in their investing decisions.
By Larry
If someone is interested in investing in the stock market, Rule One investing teaches what you need to know to invest wisely. I totally walked away from investing in the stock market. I decided to reenter the market after taking training with Rule One and have been successful.
By Bruce
The 3 day workshop was amazing. I was worried it would be a sales session, but there was no selling at all. Hard hitting business seminar that I wished they had taught me in my MBA. I now have the experience to manage my retirement investments and feel so much more better about my future.
By Eric C.
It was really good. I enjoyed and learned a lot of new things :) I am a bit disappointed that they do not have more, only 3 days, and it is the same. I would do a more improved course with them.
By molnarla
Great investment information presented by Phil and the team! The group coaches were very helpful and friendly. In short, quality people and product!
By Tom
