How to Set Investing Goals

Decide your time horizon - short-term (<3 years), medium-term (3-10 years), or long-term (>10 years)

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Determine your risk tolerance - conservative, moderate, or aggressive

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Have clear investing objectives - growth, income, or balance of both

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Calculate how much you need to invest to meet your goals

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Diversify your investments across asset classes - stocks, bonds, cash

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Rebalance your portfolio over time to manage risk

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Use dollar cost averaging to build positions over time

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Review and adjust your goals periodically as your needs change

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Track your progress at regular intervals

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Stay disciplined and stick to your plan despite market volatility

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