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Phil Town
Founder of Rule #1 Investing — Three-Time New York Times Bestselling Author
Phil Town
For over 20 years he's taught everyday investors how to buy wonderful businesses at attractive prices — turning Warren Buffett's principles into a repeatable system that anyone can learn to use with confidence.
- 3× New York Times bestselling author (Rule #1, Payback Time, Invested)
- Hedge fund manager, InvestED podcast host
- 20+ years teaching investors across 56 countries
Austin
From Combat Controller to Transformational Investing Instructor and Senior Fund Manager
Austin
Austin is a former Air Force combat controller and now a dedicated faculty member and senior fund manager at Rule #1 Investing, where he empowers students to transform their financial futures through proven investing principles. Having guided his own family to financial independence and inspired countless others to achieve their "aha moment," he is passionate about making investing accessible for all.
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Hunter
JD/MBA — Rule #1 Senior Fund Manager
Hunter
Hunter, JD/MBA, is a Rule #1 senior fund manager with a focus on value investing, corporate law, and portfolio strategy. He combines analytical rigor with long-term investment insights to help clients achieve sustainable financial growth.
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Trent
CPCC, Rule #1 Lead Instructor Mentoring Investors Toward Financial Independence
Trent
Trent is a Certified Business Coach (CPCC) and full-time investor, leading advanced post-graduate programs at Rule #1 with a focus on long-term investing, trading, and risk management. Drawing on decades of leadership in technology and real estate, Trent is known for his expertise in portfolio management and his commitment to student success.
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Jamaal
Head of Education at Rule #1 Investing
Jamaal
Jamaal is the Head of Education at Rule #1, where he draws on his own journey from financial survival to financial freedom to empower others with practical, proven investing strategies. With years of experience teaching thousands across North America and a deep commitment to making financial independence accessible to all, Jamaal is a recognized thought leader in financial education.
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Travis
Rule #1 Senior Fund Manager
Travis
Travis is a former tech executive turned Rule #1 Investing student and now a Rule #1 senior fund manager, specializing in helping individuals achieve financial independence through proven value investing strategies. Drawing on his engineering and business background, Travis empowers new investors to confidently value businesses and secure their financial futures.
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Real People. Real
Results.
“I feel so incredibly inspired from this workshop — it gets me so excited to start this journey. One of my best decisions, and life-changing!”
Ashley
“Is there any workshop like this anywhere? I don’t think so. You’re taught financial information that will change your life — and somehow it never feels overwhelming.”
Holly
“Amazing content, great instructors. I can’t believe you held my attention — I wanted to make sure I wasn’t late and didn’t miss anything!”
Jennifer
“I went from utterly confused on Day One, to curious on Day Two, to fully fired up on Day Three. My first exposure to investing ever!”
Santiago
“The breakout rooms were extremely helpful for putting the lessons into practice. The coaches were knowledgeable and very patient in answering all my questions.”
Vanathi
“I’ve been to many investing seminars — there’s nothing like this. It breaks down complex techniques into actionable game plans. I give it an 11!”
Joe
“I brought my fiancée, who studied art and does NOT like math. She came to support me — but by the end she understood it and was excited to invest with me!”
Christian
Programs & Workshops
Discover the right path to investing mastery — whether you're just starting out or ready for advanced strategies, our programs are designed to meet you where you are and guide you every step of the way.
Virtual Investing Workshop
$97
Experience hands-on, live learning with Phil Town and the Rule #1 team. No prior investing experience required.
- Immediate, practical skills to help you start investing with confidence
- 3-day virtual workshop format
- Live coaching, interactive exercises, and real-time Q&A
- Includes access to the Rule #1 Toolbox software
Next available dates: August 21 - 23
Join My 3-Day WorkshopIntro to Rule #1 Investing
Free
Start your investing education and deepen your expertise with our flexible, free online introductory course.
- Choose from self-paced or cohort-based learning options
- Topics available for all skill levels and investing interests
- The perfect first step for individuals who are just getting started
Pillars of Personal Finance
Free
This FREE online course features five instructional sessions with Travis Johnson, Chartered Financial Consultant at the Rule #1 team.
- Class 1: Capital Allocation
- Class 2: Financial Risk Management
- Class 3: Debt Management
- Class 4: Allocation of Capital for Growth
- Class 5: Tools used by investing experts
Tools & Resources
Rule #1 Investing Toolbox
Analyze, compare, and track great companies with the same powerful software Phil Town uses. The Rule #1 Toolbox makes investing simple, visual, and accessible, even for beginners.
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Easy St App: All-in-One Investing & Options Trading Platform
Practice risk-free with a paper trading account, track your portfolio in real time, and access advanced options tools, all in one place.
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Calculators & Simulations
Project your returns, test strategies, and build your confidence with our easy-to-use calculators and investing simulations. Perfect for learning risk-free and making informed decisions.
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Blog & Podcast
Stay ahead with actionable insights, market trends, and success stories. Our investing blog and podcast feature expert advice, investing tips, and real stories from the Rule #1 community, so you never stop learning.
