Investing & Markets
The Big Question #10: When Do We Get Out?
This episode answers a frequent client question: when do we get out of the market? The answer is that reliably timing an exit and re-entry is nearly impossible, and attempting it usually costs investors more than it saves. A disciplined long-term plan, not market timing, is the better path through volatility.
This episode answers a frequent client question: when do we get out of the market? The answer is that reliably timing an exit and re-entry is nearly impossible, and attempting it usually costs investors more than it saves. A disciplined long-term plan, not market timing, is the better path through volatility.
Key takeaways
- Reliably timing when to sell and when to buy back in is nearly impossible.
- Investors who exit often miss the strong recovery days that follow declines.
- Trying to time the market typically costs more than staying invested.
- A long-term plan, not timing, is the dependable way through volatility.
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