If I Could Own Only 4 Stocks In Retirement, It Would Be These

Summary

• For retirees, I advise to own high-quality assets that balance growth, income, and stability.
• My preferred asset allocation includes 70% in equities and dividend-focused ETFs, 20% in short-duration fixed-income assets, and 10% in liquid savings.
• For equities, I prioritize blue-chip stocks with consistent dividend growth and non-cyclical earnings, which help offset market fluctuations and inflation pressures and ensure steady retirement income.
• My ETF picks, like SCHD and VIG, provide both income and well-needed growth.

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My followers already know well I am on the hunt for superior total return investments, with my eyes set on accumulating a large nest egg, taking advantage of compounding while I can, rather than focusing on immediate income-paying investments. However, I also find myself often

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