Reduce Your Portfolio’s Risk Profile
“The worst time to take a negative in your portfolio is right before retirement,” said Tom Till, financial professional and owner of APPS Financial Group, which helps families and individuals with financial planning. “It will directly affect how much you can live on during retirement.”
Contact a financial planner or take an online survey to determine your risk tolerance and adjust your portfolio accordingly. “I have seen people have to work an extra two to four years because they failed to take this step when close to retirement,” Till said.
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