Dollar Cost Averaging for the Long Haul? - 03/06/26

A viewer recently asked a question many investors are wrestling with right now: "Should I start dollar cost averaging into the market today?"

In today's episode, we break down the strategy of Dollar-cost averaging (DCA), what it is, when it makes sense, and when it might actually work against you. While many investors view DCA as a simple, disciplined way to build long-term exposure to markets like the S&P 500 or assets such as Bitcoin, there are important risks and considerations that often get overlooked.

We'll dig into the real mechanics behind the strategy, the emotional traps investors face when markets turn volatile, and the questions you should answer before committing to any long-term accumulation plan.

This episode isn't about hype, it's about understanding the framework before you deploy capital.

Listen now:👉 Dollar Cost Averaging for the Long Haul?

Inside the episode:

• What dollar cost averaging actually does (and doesn't do)
• When DCA can help reduce timing risk
• Situations where DCA may be less effective
• Key risk considerations before long-term investing
• How to think about market entry during uncertain conditions

If you're considering building a long-term position in the markets, this discussion will help you think through the strategy more clearly.

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