Dive beneath the surface of traditional finance in "The Iceberg of Alternative Investments," where we use the classic iceberg metaphor to map out the layers of unconventional asset classes. In this video, you'll journey from the well-known realms of real estate and commodities down to the murkier, less-explored depths of hedge funds, private equity, collectibles, and more. Whether you're a seasoned investor or just curious about diversifying your portfolio, get ready to navigate the financial unknown—one layer at a time. Don't forget to like, subscribe, and click the bell for more fact-based financial deep dives! 0:00 Introduction to Alts 1:10 1031 Exchanges 2:28 Leverage 3:55 Sharpe & Sortino Ratios 7:20 Borrowing Against Your Shares 11:30 Private Equity 13:57 Geopolitical Risk 15:26 Ostrich in the Sand 18:30 Options as Hedges Join My Substack and Email List: https://nickpardini.substack.com/ #finance #alternativeinvestments #wealthmanagement Website: http://nickpardini.com AF with Nick Tour Survey: https://forms.gle/cFeyBNBcCS6jz5f7A Seeking Alpha: Nicholas Pardini Become a Member for Early Releases and Bonus Videos: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7TEgC3UwJ2wI6m40rJOAFA/join Email Questions to askafundmanager@gmail.com Disclaimer: Nicholas Pardini is a partner at Spearhead Advisors. Spearhead Advisors is a registered Investment Adviser offering services in California and in other jurisdictions where exempt from registration. All views, expressions, and opinions included in this communication are subject to change and should not be construed as direct Financial Advice. This communication is not intended as an offer or solicitation to buy, hold, or sell any financial instrument or investment advisory service. Any information provided has been obtained from sources considered reliable, but we do not guarantee the accuracy or the completeness of any description of securities, markets, or developments mentioned. Please contact us if there is any change in your financial situation, needs, goals or objectives. The information contained in this electronic communication is intended only for the use of the recipient. For your privacy and security, do not include sensitive information using emails that are not secured. Investment in securities involves significant risk and has the potential for partial or complete loss of funds invested. It should not be assumed that any recommendations made will be profitable or equal the performance noted in this publication. Past performance is not indicative of future results.