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April 23, 2024 17 mins

In this episode, Paul and Garrett dismantle common myths surrounding investment risk, providing listeners with a clear understanding and practical strategies for managing it. They cover everything from defining risk in relation to volatility and capital loss to the often-overlooked impact of inflation on purchasing power. The conversation also explores how risk tolerance shifts with age and life circumstances, underlining the importance of a well-structured investment portfolio to mitigate unforeseen challenges.

Key Points From This Episode

  • Outlining risk and its relation to investment volatility.
  • Clarifying the concept of capital loss and how to prevent it.
  • Unpacking the silent threat of inflation to long-term financial health.
  • Strategies for adjusting investment portfolios to align with changing life stages.
  • Importance of diversification and understanding individual risk tolerance.
  • The role of emergency funds in managing financial unpredictability.
  • Structuring investments to ensure liquidity and stability in retirement.

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