On the fence about portfolio rebalancing frequency

asked by u/varga_maja · 1mo · 1 answers

Hey everyone, been lurking for a bit, figured I'd finally post. I'm trying to refine my long-term strategy, mostly ETFs and some individual stocks, and I'm really torn on rebalancing. I've read all the arguments for annual vs. quarterly vs. 'when thresholds are hit,' but I can't shake the feeling that more frequent rebalancing might just lead to overtrading, especially with market noise. For those of you who've been at this for a while with a diversified portfolio, what's your practical take on rebalancing frequency, and how do you decide if your current approach is actually working?

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  • u/linh78· 5 pts· 1mo

    The 'when thresholds are hit' approach seems more practical than arbitrary timeframes. It avoids unnecessary trades during stable periods but ensures action when allocations drift significantly. Annual rebalancing often feels like an excuse to not pay attention.

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