Time horizon matters
Money needed soon usually cannot tolerate the same volatility as money intended for a distant goal.
Risk is real
Investments can lose value; higher expected return does not come with a guarantee.
Cash has roles too
Emergency funds and near-term goals often value access and predictability.
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