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However, Buffetts success is not attributable to his years on Earth alone.

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You are not buying a stock, you are buying part ownership in a business.

When Buffett started to think of investing differently, everything else followed.

2. it’s possible for you to understand some businesses but not all businesses.

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Buffett emphasizes how crucial it is to comprehend thebusinesses or assetsyou are investing in.

It is difficult to forecast a companys future success if you dont know how it generates revenue.

Never risk permanent loss of capital.

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Avoiding permanent capital loss requires avoiding high-risk undertakings that could result in considerable financial loss.

Diversification is protection against ignorance.

One of Buffetts most famous sayings is often quoted by would-be investors, but seldom followed.

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5. you could only live life forward.

you could learn a lot from your mistakes, but dont let them hinder your progress and goals.

I dont think about the macro stuff.

What we really want to do is buy businesses that we would be happy to own forever.

If I cant see where they will be 10 years from now, I dont want to buy it.

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