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PoindexterOglethorpe

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31. That is far too low.

Thu Dec 14, 2023, 09:04 PM

Dec 2023

You will nearly almost zero growth at that rate. Most advice is to stay 60% in stocks, 40% is bonds, even at age 70. Again, bonds do not keep up with inflation, as wonderfully secure and stable as they are. Do a bit of research, and you may change your mind about your investment mix.

Exactly what stocks or funds matters a lot. I am not about to make specific suggestions here. This is why I have a financial advisor. He has me in a very balanced mix of funds. I am more financially secure than ever, thanks to him.

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That is far too low. PoindexterOglethorpe Dec 2023 #31

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I reasonable portion of my portfolio is in safe, interest-bearing instruments. PoindexterOglethorpe Dec 2023 #33

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Yes, I've always been an optimist. PoindexterOglethorpe Dec 2023 #32

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