Question

What happens to my investments if I get injured or traded?

Answer

For professional athletes, career changes can happen unexpectedly—whether due to injury, trades, or retirement. Without a solid financial strategy, these transitions can disrupt income streams and put long-term wealth at risk.

At Mercer Advisors, we implement risk management tools and diversified investment strategies to help athletes safeguard their financial future. Our approach includes:

  • Liquidity Planning – Ensuring access to funds for immediate needs while maintaining long-term investment growth.
  • Diversified Investment Portfolios – Balancing risk and stability across asset classes to help protect against market volatility and career uncertainty.
  • Income Replacement Strategies – Structuring investments to generate passive income, helping to ensure financial security beyond active playing years.
  • Asset Protection – Using trusts, insurance, and legal structures to shield wealth from unexpected disruptions.
  • Tax-Efficient Planning – Adjusting financial strategies to accommodate changes in residency, contract structures, and endorsement income.

By proactively managing investments with flexibility and security in mind, athletes can navigate career shifts with confidence, knowing their financial foundation remains strong regardless of unforeseen changes.

Last Updated May 14, 2026

About Mercer Advisors

We exist so you don’t have to worry about money. For more than 40 years, we’ve taken the sophisticated, time-tested approach that many ultra-high net worth individuals use to help manage their financial lives and made it accessible to more families.

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