How To Get More Results Out Of Your Stock Market
Larry Linger invested his money in cash every year (using Treasury bills as a proxy) and never spent time investing in stocks. He has always been convinced that lower stock prices—and thus better investment opportunities—are just around the corner. Investing in the stock market with bad timing was also much better than without investing in the stock market. If you're tempted to wait for the best time to invest in the stock market, our research shows that the benefits of doing so aren't all that impressive, even for top performers. So, according to our research, the best action a long-term investor can take is to determine how much exposure to the stock market suits your goals and risk tolerance, and then consider investing as soon as possible, regardless of the current level of the stock market. Experts often recommend that investors only invest in the stock market if they can hold their money for at least three to five years. Investing in stocks is almost always better tha...