069: Understand Your Risk Tolerance Before You Invest

In this episode, Luis talks about the importance of determining and understanding your risk tolerance before you invest your money. Luis is the founder of Build a Better Financial Future LLC. He came to the U.S. at age 11 from the Dominican Republic. Growing up in New York City Luis noticed the lack of financial literacy in his community and was inspired by his parents to work hard and pursue an education.  From participating as an FPA NexGen ambassador/host, and being a CFP Board Ambassador, Luis uses his platform to help spread financial literacy via media outreach as well as encourage younger and diverse planners to join and thrive in the profession. He is the host of the "On My Way to Wealth" podcast, co-founder of the BlatinX (BLX) Internship Program and LatinXcellence – an initiative that seeks to bring awareness to and help close the wealth gap in the LatinX community.  Luis was named one of InvestmentNews 40 Under 40 in 2019 and Financial Advisor Magazine's 10 Young Advisors to Watch, as well as Investopedia Top 100 Financial Advisors in 2020.  Notes: In this episode, Luis talks about the following and more: What risk tolerance is. Factors to consider when determining your risk tolerance. Specific situations where you wouldn't necessarily invest based on your risk tolerance. Why you may not be as comfortable with risk as you think you might be.   Resources: Download the 3 Fundamental "Money Moves" to Make Before Turning 45 LatinXcellence, more than a brand, it's a movement! Luis' LinkedIn Luis' Twitter Let's Make a Plan.org Vanguard Risk Profile Questionnaire