15 Reasons Not to Fear the Next Stock Market Crash

While no one can foretell exactly when the next stock market crash will happen, the signs that one could be in the offing have been brewing for some time. Whether or not this means a crash will actually occur is anyone's guess. The machinations of market history have taught us that, on average, a downturn of some kind occurs once every few years. Of course, the potential duration and severity of the downturn are what tend to worry investors.

If you, like many investors, are struggling with heightened emotions right now and fearful of what the next market crash could mean for your portfolio, you've come to the right place. Here are 15 simple reasons not to fear the next stock market crash.

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