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If you are following financial news then you know there are signs that a global recession may occur in the near future. The past ten years have represented a long cycle of economic growth and even if a recession doesn’t begin this year, it is increasingly likely to occur in the next 12 to 18 months. This paper lists actions investors can take to prepare for the next recession.
The real measure of risk is whether or not you reach your financial goals. While investors may view risk in a number of ways, the perspective you take should help guide you toward your long-term goals.
Thanks to technology, tech-savvy consumers have an option of working with a remote or local financial advisor. Interactions include face-to-face meetings via video conferencing, regular follow-up calls and email communications.
In the short run, markets are irrational. Daily market volatility is pretty good evidence of that. Even still, you may be asking yourself, “What should I do with my investments?” My response, with a properly diversified portfolio that is aligned with your goals and time horizon, why do anything?
