When is the best time to buy an ETF?

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❓On a Monday?

❓At 9:30 AM when the market opens?

❓After a stock dips to a certain level?

🤷 Who knows! And that’s the beautiful thing.

🌤️ When it comes to long-term investing, timing the market can feel like trying to predict the weather.

Common Theories About Timing the Market

📈 "Opening Bell" Strategy – Some say the best time to buy stocks is during the first hour of trading when the market reacts to overnight news.

🌅 "Midday Calm" Strategy – Others suggest buying in the middle or end of the day when prices may be more stable.

But what about which day of the week? 

Does the Day Matter?

📉 The "Monday Effect" – Some studies claim that stocks tend to be cheaper on Mondays due to weekend pessimism.
🤷 The Reality? – The market isn’t that predictable. Prices vary based on trends, stock performance, and personal goals.

So, What Should You Do Instead?

💡 Forget timing the market. Focus on consistency.

Trying to perfectly time your purchases is near impossible—and stressful. Instead, use dollar-cost averaging (DCA):

✔ Invest a fixed amount on a regular schedule, no matter the market conditions.
✔ Whether it’s $100 per week or 2 shares per month, just keep investing consistently.
✔ This reduces the risk of buying at the peak and builds a disciplined habit.

The Key to Investing Success?

⏳ It’s TIME IN the market—not TIMING the market.
🐢 Be the tortoise, not the hare. Slow and steady wins. 

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Happy Investing!
-Steve

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