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Asset Allocation Models from Author Daniel Solin

asset allocation modelsDo you really know how to split your retirement savings up in the best way?  Chances are probably not.  Trying to figure out the best asset allocation for your money design is something we refer to often here on my blog. Why? Because there of all the millions of combinations of investments we could put together, how do know which ones will work? What are the best asset allocation models for us to follow?

I have been asking this question since I started investing and am still looking for the answer. We all know that in order to save up for a healthy retirement you’ve got to choose the right funds to stuff inside our investment portfolio. Choose poorly and your money will slip away from underneath your feet. Choose wisely and you’ll enjoy a full retirement with plenty of safety.

 

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Adding Gold and Silver to Your Investment Portfolio

Everyone knows that a healthy investment portfolio consists of the right mix of stocks, bonds, cash, and even real estate. But another important and often under-utilized resource to add to this diversification is the contribution of precious metals.

Although there are many kinds of precious metals, the two most popular ones that are used for investments are gold and silver. Gold and silver have been regarded as one of society’s oldest forms of currency. Their appeal comes from 1) the fact that they are a tangible asset that we can hold in our hands and 2) the observation that they tend to retain their value even as the economy tends to fluctuate.

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