Control What You Can
Your retirement savings plan is meant to be a long-term investment. A sound approach is to remember that market fluctuations are normal and that staying the course may produce greater returns in the long run. Try focusing on what is within your control, like saving more. Learn more about market volatility in this short presentation.
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