Brent lost most of his 401k during the great recession and he’s worried it will happen again. His current 401k has no capital preservation option, and he has no way to take the money out. Wes helps explore what, if any, options Brent has to help save his investment.
Original airdate: June 11, 2017 – Hour 1, Call 5.
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A 401k is a crucial tool for retirement planning, but it can be especially vulnerable during times of recession. A recession is a period of economic decline characterized by a decrease in GDP, rising unemployment rates, and a decrease in consumer spending. During a recession, stock markets can plummet, and financial institutions can falter, putting retirement savings at risk.
So, how can you protect your 401k during a recession?
One of the most important things you can do is to diversify your investments. Diversification means spreading your money across different asset classes, such as stocks, bonds, and real estate. This helps reduce risk because if one sector of the economy is struggling, other areas may be doing well. By diversifying your portfolio, you can help protect your 401k from major losses during a recession.
Another strategy for protecting your 401k during a recession is to review your investment allocations regularly. While it’s important to have a long-term investment strategy, it’s also essential to adjust your allocations as needed based on market conditions. During a recession, you may want to shift some of your investments into safer assets, such as government bonds or cash, to protect your savings.
Additionally, consider reducing your exposure to high-risk investments during a recession. While these investments can offer higher returns, they can also be more volatile and prone to significant losses during economic downturns. By reallocating your investments to more stable assets, you can help shield your 401k from market fluctuations.
It’s also essential to stay informed and educated about the economy and financial markets. By understanding how different economic factors can impact your investments, you can make more informed decisions about how to protect your 401k during a recession.
Lastly, consider seeking the guidance of a financial advisor during turbulent times. A professional can help you navigate market volatility and provide valuable insights on how to protect your retirement savings. They can offer advice on asset allocation, investment strategies, and risk management to help secure your financial future.
In conclusion, protecting your 401k during a recession requires careful planning, diversification, and staying informed about the economy. By following these strategies and seeking expert advice, you can help safeguard your retirement savings and weather financial storms. Remember, while it’s essential to protect your investments during downturns, it’s also crucial to have a long-term strategy that will help you achieve your retirement goals.
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Its time to move into these very soon.
Would you please help us? Our 401k dropped almost 19% and we don’t want to loose anymore $ as we want to have that for a house down payment once market goes down. Right now we have 82% in stocks, 10 blended and 7 on short term. Thank you in advance!
Too late for me to watch this video, I just lost 4 thousand dollars this week
Awesome! I found my 401k stable return fund. It will come in handy soon enough.
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Any way to get back the 4 minutes of my life, and then someone could just TELL me about Safe funds?
Could you please give me advise on the best solution for protecting $15K in IRA account?