In 2020, the author experienced a pivotal year as an investor after rolling over their employer-sponsored retirement account into an individual retirement account (IRA), allowing for greater control over investments. They diversified their portfolio by investing in individual stocks, including Floor & Decor and Five Below, while also adding fintech company Block and image-browsing platform Pinterest to their holdings. After five years, the author has made the difficult decision to sell both Block and Pinterest, marking a significant shift in their investment strategy.
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