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Explains Bogleheads passive index investing and tax-advantaged account prioritization.

2|Updated Nov 4, 2025

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npx skills add https://github.com/bloknayrb/claudestuff --skill investing-bloknayrb

💬 Prompt for ChatGPT / Claude Chat▼

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Skill: investing
Source: https://github.com/bloknayrb/claudestuff/tree/main/plugins/personal-finance/skills/investing
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/bloknayrb/claudestuff --skill investing-bloknayrb

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill provides educational guidance on passive index investing, tax-advantaged accounts, and portfolio management, empowering users to make informed financial decisions.

Core Features & Use Cases

Investment Education: Explains core Bogleheads principles, the three-fund portfolio, and asset allocation strategies.
Tax-Advantaged Accounts: Guides users on the optimal priority for using accounts like 401(k)s, HSAs, and IRAs.
Portfolio Tools: Includes scripts for calculating compound interest, analyzing expense ratio impact, and generating rebalancing instructions.
Use Case: A user wants to understand how to set up a retirement portfolio using low-cost index funds and wants to know the best order to contribute to their 401(k), HSA, and IRA.

Quick Start

Explain the Bogleheads core principles for passive investing.

Frequently Asked Questions about investing

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I build a three-fund portfolio for passive investing?▼

A three-fund portfolio for passive investing combines domestic stocks, international stocks, and bonds using low-cost index funds. This Skill explains the Bogleheads approach to asset allocation and provides guidance on constructing and managing this portfolio structure.

What is the best way to prioritize tax-advantaged accounts for retirement?▼

Prioritizing tax-advantaged accounts for retirement involves contributing to 401(k)s, HSAs, and IRAs in a specific optimal order. This Skill guides you through the recommended sequence to maximize tax benefits and compound growth over time.

How do expense ratios impact index fund returns over time?▼

Expense ratios impact index fund returns by compounding fees against your total portfolio value, significantly reducing long-term growth. This Skill includes scripts to analyze expense ratio impact and calculate the actual cost difference between funds.

When should I rebalance my index fund portfolio?▼

You should rebalance your index fund portfolio when your target asset allocation drifts beyond a specified threshold. This Skill generates rebalancing instructions based on the three-fund approach to restore your original risk profile.

Can I calculate compound interest for retirement planning?▼

You can calculate compound interest for retirement planning to project long-term portfolio growth. This Skill includes calculation scripts that model how regular contributions and investment returns compound over time.

What are the core Bogleheads principles for financial growth?▼

The core Bogleheads principles for financial growth emphasize passive investing through low-cost index funds, diversification, and minimizing expenses. This Skill explains these strategies and how they apply to tax-advantaged account prioritization.