In Your 40s with Money in a 401(k)? Don't Let This Bear Market Derail Your Financial Plan

The recent bear market has impacted virtually every investor. It's had a very different impact on investors in their 40s.

There are approximately 40 million U.S. residents between ages 40 and 49. They were much younger during the Great Recession of 2008-2009 and likely had much smaller investment portfolios. During the past decade, many have invested methodically and seen their nest eggs swell. So, make no mistake, this current downturn stings. It's likely their first real bear market experience.

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