06/24/2026
The market isn’t just about returns.
It’s about surviving the drawdowns.
And most people have no idea how much risk they’re actually taking.
We’ve seen prospects lose 50% and still call themselves “conservative.”
That’s dangerous.
A massive drawdown doesn’t just hurt your portfolio.
It can change your life:
→ delayed retirement
→ more years working
→ going back to work after retirement
That’s the part people don’t think about.
A lot of investors say:
“I’d rather lose nothing than gain everything.”
There’s wisdom in that.
Preservation matters.
Especially when retirement gets closer.
Know your downside before it knows YOU 🫵