2883: The Near-Zero Benefit from Timing the Market by Jesse Cramer of Best Interest on Money Habits

Published: Sept. 29, 2024, 7:05 a.m.

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com.\nEpisode 2883:\nJesse Cramer reveals why attempting to time the market rarely pays off, using the stories of three investors to show that even perfect market timing only marginally improves portfolio outcomes. The stress and uncertainty of waiting for the "right moment" often outweigh the minimal financial benefits, making a steady investment approach more appealing.\nRead along with the original article(s) here: https://bestinterest.blog/the-near-zero-benefit-from-timing-the-market/\nQuotes to ponder:\n"Zero skill, zero luck, zero stress. He just kept on buying. And he\u2019s in a great place."\n"This is a scenario where the juice simply isn\u2019t worth the squeeze."\n"While your money is out of the market, sitting on the sidelines, what will you be thinking? Are you going to be relaxed, with ice in your veins?"\nLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices