How diversified is your retirement plan at work? Do you have good options when it comes to saving for retirement? If you don't have good investment options, find out if you have a self-directed brokerage option.
2. Types of Accounts You Might Have
401k account
403b annuity
Section 457 Deferred Compensation
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3. Characteristics
Most have a menu of mutual funds
Many plans give 10-20 choices
Take note of:
How many small-cap, mid-cap, international funds?
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4. What You Will Notice
Large percentage of choices will be:
- Large-cap funds
- Asset allocation/lifestyle funds
Problem:
Not enough diversification
Many funds overlap
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5. A Lot of Options
Some plans have 50 choices or more
Can be too much for individuals to manage
Self-Directed Brokerage Option (SDBO)
Self-Directed Brokerage Account (SDBA)
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6. Most Important Factors
Knowing whether market is on offense or defense
Whether to be aggressively investing or conservative
This is where point and figure charts really help!
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7. None of the securities mentioned in this (or any) podcast or
video represent past specific recommendations of Mullooly
Asset Management.
This video is NOT a recommendation to buy or sell any of the
securities mentioned here.
If you’re relying on a podcast for investment advice, you are
likely making a huge mistake.
We strongly urge our listeners to consult with their
investment advisor before they make a decision to buy or sell
any investment.
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