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Asset allocation

Updated: March 24 2021,
Author: Voya Financial
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Financial Institutions, Money, Money, Risk Managment/Insurance
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Life is full of risks and rewards. The key is finding a balance. Asset allocation can help.

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Balancing risk and reward with “class.” Life is full of risks and rewards. When investing, the reward for taking on risk is the potential to make more money. Of course, you could also lose more money. The key is finding a balance between your risk tolerance and reward potential. Asset allocation can help. 

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Personal Finance

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