

    LARRY ZIMPLEMAN: As a generic answer to this, I think investors should be wary of any investment idea that is not well diversified. I would also be wary of investment concepts that have meaningful levels of debt attached to them as a way to seek to enhance returns (since it also means that returns will be more volatile).

    Despite how compelling some new investment idea might sound, the best option for long term investors remains to adopt and maintain a well-diversified portfolio.


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