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The economy has been on a wild ride over the last several months. Like most, if you’re concerned about your 401k or IRA, there are three important tips to remember. 

Stay Calm. Being in the market right now is like being on a rollercoaster. There are a lot of ups, downs, twists, and turns. Remain calm and remember, although there will be drops in your investment; eventually, there will be an upward climb and, ultimately, the ride will come to an end.  

Stay Focused. Many of us have planned for retirement by investing in retirement accounts. We’ve thought ahead. Continue to think long-term, keep your money where it’s at, and continue to put money in your account while the stocks are priced low. Putting money in a down market pays great dividends when it bounces back.  

Stay Invested. Taking money out when the market is down can be very costly. For instance, if you had $10,000 in your 401k on January 1 and received your statement on March 23 at the low point, you would have noticed the market was down over 30 percent. The $10,000 is then $7,000. If you left your investment where it was through May 8, you would only be down 8.7 percent, or you would have had $9,130. 

If you want to talk to someone to make sure you’re making good decisions, contact a trusted advisor. 

Source: First Florida Investment Services*

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