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Asset Allocation
Definition:
When you divide your money among various types of investments, such as stocks, bonds, and short-term investments (also known as "instruments"), you are allocating your assets. The way in which your money is divided is called your asset allocation.
Diversification
Definition:
Holding several investments that have different risks. The concept of "Don't put all your eggs in one basket." The chance that a single stock or other investment will lose money is offset by the chances of your other stocks and investments making money.
Tax exempt entity
Definition:
To hold the protected assets. The stock in this tax exempt entity can be held by an asset protection trust. As a result, the stock does not show up on the balance sheet of the taxpayer and the income from the assets is likewise off the tax return of the protected client.
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