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4 Ways To Approach Long-Term Financial Planning (Without Stressing Over Market Volatility)

Last updated: April 29, 2025 8:00 pm
Oliver James
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4 Ways To Approach Long-Term Financial Planning (Without Stressing Over Market Volatility)
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Even in uncertain markets, it’s possible to build a long-term financial plan that allows for stability and growth. Using the right strategies can give you peace of mind to navigate the ebbs and flows in the market, knowing that you’re setting yourself up for long-term success.

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DiversificationDollar-Cost AveragingRisk ManagementUtilizing Key Financial ProductsBottom Line

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Here’s a look at the long-term financial planning strategies that can help you thrive amid market volatility.

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Diversification

Diversifying your investments can help shield you from the effects of a downturn in any single asset class. When you spread your money across various asset classes — such as stocks, bonds, real estate and stable-value products — you’re less likely to experience a major loss if one area of the market takes a hit.

“Think of diversification as your financial safety net,” said Michelle Taylor, financial advisor at GFG Solutions and founder of the Women and Wealth Initiative. When one part of your portfolio underperforms, other areas may help balance it out — helping you ride out market volatility more smoothly.

“Diversification isn’t just smart,” Taylor added. “It’s essential.”

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Dollar-Cost Averaging

Investing consistently in the market is a much better strategy than investing as an emotional reaction to what the market is doing. That’s where dollar-cost averaging comes in. This investment strategy involves contributing a consistent amount of money to your portfolio on a regular schedule, regardless of market performance.

“Trying to time the market is like trying to guess the weather two weeks from now — it’s unpredictable,” Taylor said. “But by investing the same amount regularly — monthly, for example — you buy more shares when prices are low and fewer when prices are high. Over time, this helps reduce the emotional rollercoaster and can lead to a lower average cost per share.”

Risk Management

Understanding your personal risk tolerance — and regularly rebalancing your portfolio accordingly — can help you stay grounded when markets fluctuate.

“Life changes, so your investment strategy should, too,” Taylor said. “Whether it’s adjusting your asset allocation as you get closer to retirement or protecting against downside risk during volatile markets, managing risk is what keeps your long-term goals on track.”

Rebalancing your portfolio once or twice a year can also help ensure that your investments stay aligned with your goals and risk profile, which may change over time.

Utilizing Key Financial Products

Financial products like life insurance and fixed-income instruments, such as whole life insurance, can help add financial security to your plan, no matter what the market is doing.

“Life insurance — especially whole life or indexed universal life — often gets overlooked as a wealth-building tool, but it can be a powerful piece of your financial puzzle,” Taylor said. “[It] offers guaranteed cash value accumulation, protection for your loved ones and in some cases, tax-advantaged access to funds. Add in these or high-grade fixed-income instruments like CDs, and you’ve got a solid layer of stability that doesn’t fluctuate with the market.”

Bottom Line

Especially in today’s economic climate, it’s normal to feel uneasy about your finances. But having a plan and sticking to time-tested strategies can help you stay grounded and confident.

“In uncertain markets, certainty becomes one of your most valuable assets,” Taylor said. “A well-rounded plan gives you room to grow your wealth, but it also gives you the confidence to stay the course, even when headlines try to shake you. It’s not just about riding the waves — it’s about building a boat that can handle the storm.”

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  • Michelle Taylor, GFG Solutions

This article originally appeared on GOBankingRates.com: 4 Ways To Approach Long-Term Financial Planning (Without Stressing Over Market Volatility)

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