If you invested $1 in the stock market in 1999, you would have... just under $1 in 2009. This is referred to as the Lost Decade of Stocks, when the S&P 500 generated an annualized total return of -0.9% over the period.
In general, the stock market goes up. You can invest your money and expect it to grow over the long term. But the problem is that the growth doesn't occur in a straight line. And market drops can be devastating for those nearing retirement.
On this week's show, we discuss the importance of having the correct asset allocation as you get closer to retirement.
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