FIPFX seems conservative...
Compared to someone who’s:
• 100% invested in the S&P 500
• Spread across stock funds only
• Mostly stocks, with a couple bonds
But not when compared to someone who's:
• All cash
• All bonds
• Not investing out of fear
I am not suggesting anyone invest in FIPFX specifically.
But target date *index* funds with low fees are a great way for beginners to start.
They can get a single fund that’s:
• Low cost
• Diversified
• Maintains a target asset allocation
• Automatically adjusts allocation over time
The goal isn’t to be aggressive or conservative. It’s to be invested.