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How Can I Invest a Large Windfall

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If you’ve recently come into a lot of money, figuring out the best way to spend it can be a huge and important challenge. Investing it appropriately can help you to turn your large windfall into even more financial success. Here are a few important tips and tricks to help you invest your windfall in the most effective way possible so you can enjoy the fruits of your investment.

Invest in a Diversified Portfolio

 An important part of investing, especially when a lot is at stake is making sure that your portfolio is diversified. This means having a variety of different kinds of investments I will protect you in the case that one of them goes poorly. A diversified portfolio would consist of stocks, bonds, mutual funds, ETFs, and other investment types. By diversifying, you can protect yourself and your finances well also giving yourself the best possible chance for successful and fruitful investments.

Buy a Business

There are many benefits to buying an already-existing business. One of the major benefits is that you don’t need to go through the work and the trouble of building a business from scratch. If you aren’t sure you’re ready to buy business altogether, you can invest in businesses while allowing their current management to take care of the day-to-day running of the business. You must do a lot of research before purchasing a business, so you have a good idea of where it stands and what steps need to be taken. Choosing a business that you are interested in and have experience with can you improve your chances of success.

Start Your Own Business

Another great way to invest your newfound money is to start your own business. If you have always wanted to be an entrepreneur your large windfall may be just what you need to get things started. If you choose a business that you already have experience with, it will increase your chances of success and ensure that you know the basics of the industry your new business will be in. Choose something that you love and are passionate about so that you will be fulfilled in your new career and your investment will be worth the time and money.

Investing is always a tricky business. When you If you do it correctly, you can increase your money and improve your financial situation. With the right investments, you can make sure that you make the most of your large windfall. 

For more help with your investments, meet with Mike to get some advice!

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About The Author

Michael Kelley is a Cleveland, OH Fee-Only financial planner. His firm, Kelley Financial Planning, provides comprehensive financial planning, retirement planning, and investment management to help clients organize, grow and protect their assets through life's transitions.

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