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So, what should you do?

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These posts invoke fear and uncertainty, which can lead to panic-selling investments or halting investment contributions altogether.

By not reacting to financial speculation, you wont be tempted to sell investments or change your strategy.

Remember, the S&P 500 has averaged a10.985%return over the past 30 years.

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Within this time period, there were years of double-digit losses but also double-digit gains.

Taking a long-term investment approach is a guaranteed way to make strong financial moves.

This makes it important to think long-term about your financial moves.

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What financial goals do you want to accomplish in the next five, ten or twenty years?

Then, think about what you must do today to achieve those goals.

Money is a tool that can be used to better your life.

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A new administration can make you feel pressured to spend your money in a certain way.

However, this can lead toexpensive money regrets.

The Bottom Line

A new administration can leave you feeling uneasy or excited.

Regardless of how you feel about a new presidency, its important to avoid makinghasty financial decisions.

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