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Why should I invest?

The magic of compounding
Putting time to work on your retirement savings

How do I manage risk in my investments?

The value of diversification (PDF)
This chart shows single asset class returns and risk vs. that of asset allocation strategies over the past 30 years.

Single-asset vs. multi-asset portfolios (PDF)
This chart shows single asset class returns and risk vs. that of asset allocation strategies over the past 30 years.

Investing for the long-term

Developing your investment strategy
Sticking with an investment plan is what separates investors from speculators.

Using indices as benchmarks
Measure performance by comparing apples to apples

Beat the odds by staying invested (PDF)
Difficult times in the market can make it tempting to take one's losses and cash out.

Do you see risk or opportunity? (PDF)
Learn from bear markets of the past 40 years.






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