⚖️ 3 Signs You're Invested Too Conservatively
Sat Feb 07 2026
You've heard a lot about the stress of taking on too much risk in retirement. But as Peter with Richon Planning talks through with Erin Kennedy, playing it too safe can create just as much financial pressure.
In this interview, we walk through three warning signs your portfolio may be holding you back:
🔹 You constantly worry about running out of money Being overly conservative can limit growth—especially during a long retirement.
🔹 Your money isn't working for you If your portfolio barely moves while inflation keeps rising, your purchasing power may be shrinking.
🔹 You avoid financial decisions out of fear
Hesitating to make adjustments—even when they make sense—can be a sign fear is driving strategy. We also explain why investing too conservatively can be just as dangerous as taking on too much risk—and how finding the right balance matters more than ever. If you'd like to sit down with Peter to determine if your retirement plan may be playing defense when it should be playing offense, give him a call at (919) 300-5886 or visit www.RichonPlanning.com
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You've heard a lot about the stress of taking on too much risk in retirement. But as Peter with Richon Planning talks through with Erin Kennedy, playing it too safe can create just as much financial pressure. In this interview, we walk through three warning signs your portfolio may be holding you back: 🔹 You constantly worry about running out of money Being overly conservative can limit growth—especially during a long retirement. 🔹 Your money isn't working for you If your portfolio barely moves while inflation keeps rising, your purchasing power may be shrinking. 🔹 You avoid financial decisions out of fear Hesitating to make adjustments—even when they make sense—can be a sign fear is driving strategy. We also explain why investing too conservatively can be just as dangerous as taking on too much risk—and how finding the right balance matters more than ever. If you'd like to sit down with Peter to determine if your retirement plan may be playing defense when it should be playing offense, give him a call at (919) 300-5886 or visit www.RichonPlanning.com