Is Balance the Answer to All Our Investment Related Questions?

Every aspect of life requires a balance. We talk about work life balance, about having a balanced diet, instruct our kids to have a balance between academics and play time, balancing the demands of individuals in a relationship etc. Even specific micro activities require balance – between driving speed and time spent to reach a destination while driving, between aggression and defense in sport. The Government has to balance its budget between how much it spends on social causes and investments, humanity needs a balance between growth and sustainability, households need to balance between their expenditures and savings. Diversification and Asset Allocation is the equivalent of Balance when it comes to investments. As an investor, it is critical for us find the balance that works for us. It is the holy grail for any investor. The balance that we find for ourselves will determine the...