What Is an “Alternative” Investment?
Diversification is not just a financial industry buzzword; it’s often an important part of just about anyone’s financial strategy. A common form is a simple one: stocks, bonds, and cash. But is that true diversification? For some people, that may work just fine. Others, though, may want to consider a little extra: something known as an “alternative investment.”
Whether these are suitable for an individual investor, though, depends on several factors. So before you jump into anything non-traditional, it’s a good idea to know what you’re getting into and why.
On this week’s edition of Lucia Capital Group Weekly, you’ll learn from our “Professor” Rick Plum, CFP®, about who might consider alternative investments and why. What’s the good and the bad? Watch today’s installment and find out more!
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Diversification strategies do not ensure a profit and cannot protect against losses in a declining market.
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