By Gary Reese
Faith Investment Services
Bluffton, 419-358-4207
www.myfaithinvestments.com

When the evening news dishes up a “crisis of the day” it is very easy to feel like nothing is secure.

The political world has upheaval, the economic world is uncertain and confusing.  It can be very easy to feel afraid. However, fear can cause us to make irrational decisions that are not good for us in the long-term.

How do you overcome fear, especially in the financial arena? One way is to have an anchor position in your portfolio of investments. Talk to your adviser about products with security, guaranteed growth, and solid backing, such as an A+ rated company.

There isn’t a “one size fits all” approach and this thought isn’t intended to be specific advice for your financial situation.

Honestly, one of the biggest ways to overcome fear is to have a trusted adviser walking alongside of you.  Sometimes, simply having a conversation about your concerns, asking questions, and getting an education does a lot to alleviate fear.

Advisory Services are offered through Creative Financial Designs, Inc., a Registered Investment Adviser, and Securities are offered through cfd Investments, Inc., a Registered Broker/Dealer, Member FINRA & SIPC, 2704 S. Goyer Rd., Kokomo, IN 46902. 765-453-9600.

Faith Investment Services is independently owned and not controlled by the CFD Companies. Insurance products contain certain insurance features, which could include guarantees against the loss of principal.  The guarantees associated with such investments are subject to the financial strength of the issuing insurer and the specific terms and restrictions of the applicable policy or contract.  The insurance features do not guarantee that the investment will not fluctuate in value.