Unless you are a professional day trader or are unusually adept at navigating the volatile world of the stock market, commodities, foreign exchanges and other instruments, you probably rely on a financial adviser to handle your retirement investments. If you’re like most people, the only time you think about your retirement fund is when you receive the annual earnings statement. So, how do you know whether your original investment plan is still right for you?

Your CPA in Tampa at Reliance Consulting, LLC, can monitor the performance of your investment plan and make sure it still is on track to meet your original goals. And because your goals and needs evolve as you progress through your career, your personal financial adviser from Reliance will work closely with you to ensure your investment plan evolves, as well.

Most investors seek to diversify, placing their money in a combination of stocks, bonds, cash and commodities. It’s also important to invest on a schedule – such as monthly payments into a 401k plan or a separate mutual fund – rather than make random contributions. Making steady additions to the principal amount of your investments is a proven method of growing your nest egg. How much you pay into your retirement account depends on several factors, including:

• Your financial situation – how much can you afford to invest?
• Your tolerance for risk – how much are you willing to gamble?
• Your time horizon – how soon do you want to receive a return on your investment?

Contact Reliance Consulting today for a free financial health checkup. It’s the first step toward building an investment portfolio that will grow and evolve along with you.