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Thats especially true for baby boomers, who are either at or quickly approaching retirement age.

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Complicating matters this time around are the sweeping changes President-elect Donald J. Trump hopes to implement.

It could be tempting to dump stock or modify investment holdings to avoid losses, Hayes noted.

Diversity should be a priority, according to Hayes.

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With that in mind, consider how your portfolio is allocated acrossstocks, bonds and cash.

Hayes, on the other hand, recommends sitting tight for now.

What Should Boomers Do Now?

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Hayes said her best recommendation is diversification and a wait-and-see approach.

We wont have an all-clear untiltrade policies and tax legislationare enacted.

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