https://money.usnews.com/investing/investing-101/articles/5-mistakes-for-investors-to-avoidMistakes for Investors to Avoid
Even subtle errors can harm your portfolio’s performance.
By Jeff Brown, Contributor April 29, 2019
U.S. News & World Report
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Tax bills and annual fund fees or trading commissions drag on returns by leaving less in the account to compound.(Getty Images)
Mistakes dog most investors. Some are tough to avoid, like holding on to a winner too long. Others can be escaped if you know what to look for, like waiting too long to start investing or putting too many eggs in one basket.
Trying to time the market.
Ignoring inflation.
Getting emotional.
Ignoring taxes and fees.
Leaving their comfort zone.
