What should you do if the market crashes again?

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Apr 28, 2025

Discover strategies for navigating market crashes and the importance of a long-term perspective on investments. Explore how gold can serve as a hedge against inflation. Learn about the benefits of diversification to protect your portfolio from volatility. The discussion highlights common investor anxieties and provides insights for beginners on starting their investment journey. Don't miss tactics for utilizing idle cash in your business and reassessing your asset allocation for better financial health.

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INSIGHT

Embrace Market Declines

Market drops of 20% or more are normal and expected parts of investing.
Long-term investors should see declines as opportunities to buy cheaper units.

ADVICE

Stay Calm in Crashes

Stick to a good investment strategy during market crashes and don’t panic sell.
Dips are temporary, so breathe and remember the market cycles will eventually rebound.

ADVICE

Pay Yourself First

Prioritize paying yourself first by setting a fixed investment amount before spending on life projects.
Budget remaining money for holidays and extras, balancing present and long-term goals.

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We answer some of your top investing questions. We’ve seen massive drops this year—are we in for another crash? What should you do when the market is volatile? What’s the easiest way to invest in gold? How should you approach investing vs saving?

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