As an investor, risk is always part of the journey – but how you manage it can depend on where you are in life.
Early in your career, you can invest for growth and take on more risk, knowing you have time to recover from market downturns.
In midlife, with goals like retirement and college savings, it’s generally time to balance growth with stability.
Near retirement, preserving wealth becomes key – though growth still matters to help keep up with inflation.
And in retirement, you may want to reduce risk, but not eliminate it entirely. A balanced mix in your portfolio and a smart income withdrawal strategy can help your money last.
And while you’ll seek balance based on your life stage, even a diversified portfolio doesn’t fully protect against loss.
Risk tolerance changes over time, and your strategy should too. Staying informed and flexible can help you better navigate market volatility and stay on track toward maintaining long-term financial success.
This content was provided by Edward Jones for use by David Beerman, your Edward Jones Financial Advisor in Johnson City, TN.
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