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Personal finance links: peaks and valleys

Abnormal Returns

stocks are enough for your portfolio. morningstar.com) On average, people overestimate their risk tolerance. genyplanning.com) An inheritance raises a number of questions, and opportunities. James Choi about how economic theory explains consumer behavior. etftrends.com) Peter Lazaroff on whether U.S.

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How to Determine Your Client’s Risk Capacity

BlueMind

However, it should be well understood that a client’s financial profile includes their risk tolerance and their risk capacity. In this article, although we will be focusing on the latter one and why it is significant to determine your client’s risk capacity let’s first understand the difference between the two.

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End of Year Financial Checkup

MainStreet Financial Planning

Factors to consider would include – job changes, a change in the number of dependents, or a change in the number of breadwinners. If you are unsure if your portfolio aligns with your risk tolerance, time horizon and goals, reach out to us at Mainstreet and we would be happy to help!

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Stress Testing Your Portfolio

The Irrelevant Investor

I recently received an email about a piece of software that would allow us to stress test our portfolios. This sounds appealing, why wouldn't you want to know how your portfolio would respond in different environments? What if your portfolio doesn't respond the way the model predicts it will? Think in dollar terms.

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Understanding the Basics of Contributory IRA: A Comprehensive Guide

Good Financial Cents

Individuals can choose the investment options that best suit their retirement goals and risk tolerance. To open a Contributory IRA account, individuals will need to provide their personal information, including name, address, Social Security number, and employment information.

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How do Financial Advisors Help in the Accumulation of Retirement Income?

WiserAdvisor

Financial advisors can offer insights into a diverse range of investment instruments, including stocks, bonds, real estate, and precious metals like gold, and align the recommendations with your risk tolerance and long-term goals. These professionals also go beyond the numbers and charts and educate you about investing.

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How Working with a Financial Advisor Helps You Retire with More Wealth

WiserAdvisor

While these numbers may seem abstract at first glance, they highlight a critical point. Deciding what types of investments to allocate your funds into and in what proportion can significantly impact the growth and security of your portfolio. This can help optimize your wealth accumulation while mitigating unnecessary risks.