With the volatility the market has been seeing over the past months, it's only natural that some investors feel unnerved by the current state of things and are worried about the long-term health of their portfolio and investments. Of course, determining the perfect moment to get in or out of the stock market is next to impossible and will rarely beat the tried-and-true strategy of patiently and consistently investing in all markets.
If you've considered whether an attempt at market timing might be a way to boost your returns in the current environment, you're not alone.
Here's why that would be a big mistake.
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