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You Insure Your Car and Your Home – So How Can You Insure Your Financial Future?

If 2020 reminded us of one thing, it’s that we should expect the unexpected.

In fact, according to Nationwide’s sixth annual Advisor Authority Study of more than 2,500 financial professionals and individual investors, 85% of investors said that even if they did all the right things to manage their finances, they could be blindsided by outside events.

To prepare for the unexpected, you probably already have insurance to protect your car, your home, your health — maybe even your pet. But do you know about the ways that you can insure your financial future?

Five Ways to Insure Your Financial Future

starts with a holistic financial plan and a well-diversified portfolio. Staying invested for the long-term is key. Max out your qualified retirement plans at work, such as your 401(k), 403(b) or 457(b). Then maximize your savings in tax-advantaged vehicles, including traditional IRAs and

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