Participants who enroll online are automatically recommended to invest in a Bridge portfolio that matches risk characteristics of someone their age. Our system will then automatically move them from one model to the next as they age.

Participants that are unsure how much risk they can handle will be able to take a five question risk questionnaire. Depending upon those answers, the online enrollment system will recommend one of seven Bridge Portfolios that meets those risk characteristics.

Participants that want more or less risk are able to override the recommended age-based Bridge Portfolio. They can review the risk characteristics of each Bridge Portfolio and select the one they believe fits their investments needs.

Bridge One portfolio is an aggressive investment strategy suitable for those who desire to emphasize capital appreciation while accepting a higher level of risk and volatility. It is typical for individuals under age thirty to invest in Bridge One. The portfolio is predominately comprised of equity mutual fund investments – both domestic and international – with a small percentage of the portfolio allocated to fixed income mutual fund investments. Typical financial situation is (1) comfortable with investment and market volatility (2) no foreseeable withdraws.

Bridge Two portfolio is an investment strategy suitable for those who desire a high degree of capital appreciation by means of equity mutual funds – both domestic and international. It is typical for individuals between the ages of 30-38 to invest in Bridge Two. A high degree of volatility is still expected despite an increase in fixed income investments from Bridge One.Typical financial situation includes (1) low likelihood of withdrawal (2) growing account balance (3) stable employment income.

Bridge Three portfolio is an investment strategy suitable for those who desire a balance between investments aimed at achieving capital appreciation and those seeking income. It is typical for individuals between the ages of 39 to 46 to invest in Bridge Three. The portfolio is comprised of approximately 70% equity mutual fund investments and 30% fixed income mutual funds. Typical financial situation includes (1) steady employment (2) emergency fund established (3) paying off outstanding debt.

Bridge Four portfolio is an investment strategy suitable for those who desire long-term growth through capital appreciation along with a substantial investment in fixed income mutual fund investments to help decrease the level of volatility. It is typical for individuals between the ages of 47 to 53 to invest in Bridge Four. The portfolio is predominately allocated to fixed income investments, although a high percentage of equity mutual funds remain. Typical financial situation includes (1) rising retirement account balance (2) low debt (3) maximum contribution rate.

Bridge Five portfolio is an investment strategy suitable for those who desire current income with a small potential for growth from capital appreciation. It is typical for individuals between the ages of 54 to 59 to invest in Bridge Five. Since the primary concern is current income, the allocation to fixed income mutual fund investments is emphasized. Typical financial situation includes(1) increased likelihood of withdrawal (2) large retirement savings.

Bridge Six portfolio is an investment strategy suitable for those who desire current income in exchange for a very low anticipated degree of volatility. It is typical for individuals between the ages of 60 to 64 to invest in Bridge Six. Although a small percentage of the portfolio is invested in equity mutual funds, the majority remains in fixed income mutual fund investments. Typical financial situation includes (1) low to zero debt (2) preparing for retirement (3) may soon start to withdrawing.

Bridge Seven portfolio is an investment strategy suitable for those who desire to maintain the portfolio’s principal. Although a risk of loss of principal remains, predominate investment in fixed income mutual funds historically has helped to create a less volatile portfolio. It is typical for individuals above the age of 65 to invest in Bridge Seven. A limited exposure to equity mutual fund investments exists, however the small percentage substantially reduces the portfolio’s expected volatility. Typical financial situation includes (1) high likelihood of withdrawal (2) retirement ready (3) looking forward to retirement.