Why we must choose longterm investment over trading.

[Cryptohygenic]

However, instead of thinking or stressing off over temporary gains that can only sustain us for the moment, why can't  we put more energy on securing a better future for ourself and that of our children, and this can only be possible base on our present decision of investing on a long run.

Temporary gain u call am? Is like u don forget or u now even know say as a long term investor you still need funds within the short terms tin settle ur immediate needs.
I fit also tell u say if not for the risks in trading almost every investors go turn out to be traders and be accumulating their for the long term.
Wetin just dey there be say trading no be com chop and for the fact we need prepare for the future, we really need the investment and since the journey no be today's journey, e no make sense to begin chase am with the means of making it quickly on trading while the safest strategy na to invest and relax ur mind by hodling without mental stress and the risk alike risk of gambling bcos of impatient to keep hopeful in the future way u supposed even dey indeed needed.

[Versatile_choice]

It is not a must to invest for long term investment, it's individuals choice to decide if they are going to invest for long term or trading because you're not the one providing the money for them. Although long term investment is more real than trading for Short term which I'm sure that those that chooses trading over Long term investment knows about it but due to how inquisitive they are in making profit has led them into trading, and I'm not against that provided that they are making profit in what they are doing I think that's what matters but if they are not, then I will advise they divert into Long term investment.

[Zigabel]

E dey very important say sometimes make we dey understand something very well before we dey talk about am, because e get pipo wey be say no know about d tin, but their first time to hear about d tin na fit be for your post and you go fit don go mislead dem with the wrong information, dis na because  wetin OP talk no be wetin I agree with and no be because say e dey completely wrong, but na because some big misconception full am.

Trading no be bad thing, fist know dat wan use hold ya side, pipo dey actually make am for trading, no be everybody wey trading no dey favour, Trading na fast way to make money and also one of the hardest way to make money for crypto, dem dey actually  do trading professionally like job wey person dey do and dem dey pay am. D main thing be say if you no sabi am or u no get d eye, no involve. If you sabi trading well well, you fit go ahead run am. TRADING no bad d way wey OP take put am, no be something wey you no go fit advice your enemy to do, trading dey beyond that, dis na me saying, if you must trade, study it very weans go ahead tod trade, life itself na risk after all, so why risk dey fear you?

[Ndabagi01]

However, instead of thinking or stressing off over temporary gains that can only sustain us for the moment, why can't  we put more energy on securing a better future for ourself and that of our children, and this can only be possible base on our present decision of investing on a long run.

Investing for the long term is always the best but most times the people doing the investment or want to invest are not ready to wait for many years to see their portfolios mature to take profit from it. Many of them are after making money quickly and enjoy the best life they want with that money without having to think about the long term prospect of what they’re trying to accomplish.

Investing for the long term comes with less risk, but people tend to misquote it for slow growth and may possibly not live long to reap the fruit of their labours. Approaching the market with the right mindset to get to choose what is best for you is the right kind of approach we should emulate. Already making a mistake coming into the market the first time can affect your overall experience of the market and may also have a last longing effect on how you see the market forever.

[Makus]

Your point is valid but this doesn't mean that trading does not work for people, there are people that are making a lot of profit from trading and losing money when It comes to long term investments. Even though trading is dangerous it has principles that when they are properly followed losses will be reduced. Everyone cannot do the same thing in crypto that is because we all have our preference. Investment has proven to be the safest overtime but it also has it's risks. A lot of people prefer to trade and others prefer to run Long term Investments it is a matter of Choice.

[Tetu100]

It is true that investing in Bitcoin is more easier than trading, but it's not everyone that have the patience to hold for long, you might disagree with their choice of actions but everyone must not do things the same way.

I have already highlighted it that everyone have the right to freedom of choice of investment. Moreover I'm not in a better position in deciding for anybody on what to invest in, I will only suggest but I can't force anyone against his will. Perhaps, real life experience will make us understand better on the right path to go.

I disagree with your description of trading. There is no doubt that trading is risky. But trading is not bad and it is not like a death trap. If you search, you will still find millions of traders, not that they are stuck in a death trap.

And I am pretty sure their is no where I stated on my write up that trading is a death trap unless you weren't getting it right. I no people are still making cool cash from it but only when you know what you're doing which is still not guaranteed. However, i don't care how we try to twist it, the fact remain that trading is still  risky and never an option for a person that is more concern about building a future, the only thing I can boldly recommend till tomorrow is the long term plan and that is it.

[ZeroVinsonN]

When it comes to bitcoin I will always prefer long term investment over short term trading, people who want otherwise are likely doing so because they want to feel among, with the way unexplained wealth seems to be flying around of late there are people who just don't want to be left behind to the point where they will do anything as long as it promises money as quickly as possible but if a person is actually thinking about their future then bitcoin investment will make more sense to them, they just have to look beyond the short term gain.

[Big Dirams]

Your point is valid but this doesn't mean that trading does not work for people, there are people that are making a lot of profit from trading and losing money when It comes to long term investments. Even though trading is dangerous it has principles that when they are properly followed losses will be reduced. Everyone cannot do the same thing in crypto that is because we all have our preference. Investment has proven to be the safest overtime but it also has it's risks. A lot of people prefer to trade and others prefer to run Long term Investments it is a matter of Choice.

All are absolutely profitable but it just depends on our understanding, knowledge and experience too. Trading is profitable and many more people are making profits from it and trading is working perfectly for many people, but in trading losses are part of the journey and it is inevitable so we can’t run from it.
And one thing we must understand to about holding and get right is that success in holding isn’t guaranteed at all but when we follow the right path and right strategy then we might end up standing higher chances of good returns.
Trading and holding are all risky and success isn’t something that is guaranteed so it advisable to approach with caution.

[Pablo-wood]

@Finebone, Tetu100 said things the way he feels and such statement is for a reason, wether we like it or not, trading is every much risky and you've also confirmed it, the guy also highlighted that as one of the reasons why he can not advice anyone to invest in Bitcoin or is that reason not enough? I have heard of pro traders but trading generally is what it is, although since traidng requires much skills for someone that chose that part, I believe that those that got the skill will know the way to navigate through but whichever way it is, trading remains risky and for Tetu100 to say that i don't think that he is wrong.

You are right trading is risky but if you know your way and your way and your knowledgeable in it,you can minimise your losses and maximise your profits. If you have the knowledge you can make steady profits through it but it is not advisable to depends on if for survival due to the risk involved. However, trading is profitable but its risky which is why long-term investment is better because you can mitigate your risk through regular DCAing and by holding over the long term you will be profitable.

There is absolutely nothing under the sun that doesn't come with risk. Trading is not exempted, every successful person first built their determination and advanced into proper knowledge before working on experience. There are people making it big in trading and that doesn't mean they too don't record losses it just that they have mastered how to balance their gains and loss such that their gains surpasses losses. I can't discourage anyone on their path to financial freedom all I will do is make them understand the risk and encourage them to gain enough knowledge before embarking and at the same time get mentorship to help track their efforts if it is on the right path.

[ColdLava40]

However, instead of thinking or stressing off over temporary gains that can only sustain us for the moment, why can't  we put more energy on securing a better future for ourself and that of our children, and this can only be possible base on our present decision of investing on a long run.

Is trading that bad?

You make it sound like it's something kind of evil activities people go in to ruin their life. I'm not a trader but I know some people who are into trading and are doing quite well?.

The problem is that everyone expects that a trader would be living a rich or expensive life style. That doesn't prove anything to me. Trading is a skill that shows how humble someone can actually be in real? Life.

Invest, but if you see an opportunity in trading or have someone who will guide you, then don't fail to hold the opportunity tight.

[cocadalcan]

If you have a goal of earning a lot of money from trading, it would be better for you to stay away from trading. Just like gamblers who want to own a lot of money in a short time, trading will work for them in the same way. Traders who become rich through trading are those who have long-term investment experience and do extensive analysis of the market. I have had such a period of trading experience that about 60% of my capital disappeared in a span of 24 hours.

I had a risk-tolerant fund, so I did not sell at a loss and after a few months when the market reached normal conditions I recovered my capital. If you are aware of the risks of trading and can take the risk, then use a fund that is worth losing. Invest for the long term through discretionary income without applying high leverage.

[Princess Leah]

What kind now understand about most trader's most especially those that are in their newbies category is that, they lack the capital to buy assets for long term gains.

Infact some of them are trading with low amount or borrowed money that is the worst state anyone can fine themselves in.

Trading is not for un knowledge people, newbies or those with low capital should concentrate on less risky approach like chose to DCA instead short term gains chase that we are seeing.

I won't even advise someone to go into either trading or investment with a borrowed money, trading is very very risky and if the person lose the money how would the debt be paid back, and Long-term investment requires an investor to hold Bitcoin for about 10 years, i don't think any one would be willing to wait that long for a debtor to pay them.

 That's what people who tend to borrow money for either of them should consider. Although I'll always advise newbies to choose investment over trading cause trading requires advance knowledge of the market and how to analyze it which many newbies can't but investment just need basic knowledge, then discretionary funds to get started.

[Creeper0]

I disagree with your description of trading. There is no doubt that trading is risky. But trading is not bad and it is not like a death trap. If you search, you will still find millions of traders, not that they are stuck in a death trap.

Spend time learning trading and try to gain skills. Trading is not as easy as investing, but it is very complex. Therefore, trading is never advisable for a crypto newbie. If you are interested in trading, you can enter the trade consciously, in this case my advice would be to gain the skills of trading over a long period of time. You will have to lose some money in the beginning, but when you gain the skills, you may be able to recover that loss. If you use trading as a tool to make money in a hurry, then you are really heading towards a death trap.

Don't give advice on trading if you're not a trader because you think trading is easy to learn and make profits whereas, it's not. Traders run at loss in the long run be it a newbie or a professional trader because the market is unpredictable.

The time that you will be wasting to learn trading for long te5and be losing why don't you divert that energy and resources to invest in bitcoin and grow your portfolio through DCA with peace of mind overtime. Use your time and money wisely so that, you don't regret in future.

If everyone thought like you, maybe no one would go to school. I am not in favor of advising anyone to trade, but anyone can trade independently if they want. From what you say, it seems that all traders are fools, they are just wasting their money and time. Trading is high-risk and you have to lose in trading, but if you gain skills, you can also earn from trading.

Regarding the issue of school, I would like to say that our main purpose of going to school is to find a job through knowledge and skills. But still in many countries, most of the educated youth of the country are unemployed. Do you want to advise them that it is wiser to engage in a source of income from a young age rather than wasting time and money in school? On the one hand, education is also high-risk now, there is no guarantee of getting a job. Very few students now get jobs, most of them remain unemployed. Would you call them fools? Why are they wasting money and time in such a risky activity?

I am certainly not a trader, but I certainly have a general understanding of what trading is and how it works, and I may not need to be a doctor to have a general discussion about the medical profession.

[fredericktaylor]

There are some investors who do not want to invest consistently with a long-term plan because it takes a long time to succeed in investing or to make money. They think that by trading, they can make a lot of money quickly with a small amount of money, which can completely change their lives, that is why they choose trading in the hope of making money quickly out of greed, they think that trading is very easy, they will enter the market when the market is falling and when it is rising, they will exit the market, through which it is possible to make a lot of money quickly.

There are some investors who think that it is very easy to make money by trading but in reality it is not like that. You can make money by trading but you have to understand the volatility of the market well and you have to use strategies depending on the volatility of the market, you cannot enter the market in the hope of making money quickly, you must enter the market with patience at the right time and you have to leave the emotion and come out of the market at the right time. A few mistakes can take away all the valuable money in your life, so it is wise to trading with the right knowledge and understand the volatility of the market. It is not easy to achieve success by trading.

I prefer to invest consistently with a long-term plan because by investing consistently with a long-term plan, the possibility of losing money is relatively low and investment risk can be reduced. By investing with a long-term plan, you can gradually increase your knowledge about Bitcoin, which increases your confidence and makes you more aware of your money. By investing small amounts continuously, you can collect a large amount of Bitcoin, so you will not have additional financial stress on yourself. Since the price of Bitcoin increases gradually, the possibility of making money by investing consistently with a long-term plan increases relatively. We are fighting inflation day by day, so by investing consistently with a long-term plan, we can protect ourselves from inflation in the future.

The price of Bitcoin is very volatile, so there is no 100% confirm of making money through investment but by investing with a long-term plan, the amount of loss can be relatively reduced and there is a possibility of making money.

[Cgrexp]

Many people underestimate risk management in trading. If a trader enters without sufficient knowledge, experience, risk management and mental preparation, it can lead to losses. Of course, trading and long-term investing are not the same. Where someone is training to make decisions about short-term market movements, long-term investing focuses on the long-term growth of the value of the asset. For most people, long-term investing is a comfortable and realistic strategy. However  both investments have risks. Therefore  the amount of investment should be determined so that even if lost . it will not harm your lifestyle or financial security.   it would be a better decision to focus on   long-term planning rather than chasing quick profits. Building  wealth requires time, patience and discipline.

[Rubuchi]

It is not a must to invest for long term investment, it's individuals choice to decide if they are going to invest for long term or trading because you're not the one providing the money for them. Although long term investment is more real than trading for Short term which I'm sure that those that chooses trading over Long term investment knows about it but due to how inquisitive they are in making profit has led them into trading, and I'm not against that provided that they are making profit in what they are doing I think that's what matters but if they are not, then I will advise they divert into Long term investment.

it is because of the flexibility of bitcoin that brought about bitcoin investment and trading as the two active ways one can make money based on the person's choice, flexibility and urgency. But I think the point that the OP is trying to make here is that despite have those choice, bitcoin investment is still better than bitcoin trading due to their possible risks level which everybody know already. The level of risk involved in trading is far higher than that of bitcoin investment however bitcoin investment has more guarantee and requires more patience from you than thru the other.

[Shaponzy]

Their is no doubt, country is very hard at the moment and everybody is looking for a possible way of survival. So for this reason many new investors are now going into trading thinking that's is the fastest way of hitting it big of which their is a repercussion that they are not really considering before going into it.

Trading is one thing I can't even advice my worst enemy to go into it when I'm aware of how risky it is and how it's capable of draining someone in just a go. However, investing in bitcoin is based on personal decision and offcurse everyone has the right to choice of investment, but the longterm plan is way better and recommendable for those that are curious to know. Perhaps, we may be thinking of taking care of one or two expensive with some quick profits, but have we ever thought of losing everything we have laboured for by just a single trial? It's possible if you are thinking otherwise.

However, instead of thinking or stressing off over temporary gains that can only sustain us for the moment, why can't  we put more energy on securing a better future for ourself and that of our children, and this can only be possible base on our present decision of investing on a long run.

We are actually in an era where risk management need to be mindful of and the way we are approaching risks this days is getting higher, people thinks at times in impossible way that even if we keep on doing the particular thing it wouldn't work for us, but due to the aims and objectives to be fulfilled, we tends not to stop easily until we latter became a person ogmf pitty and regrets every single steps we took. Normally, trading seems like a gambling which ahs same perspectives, because a gambler always aims to win a big at once, same goes to traders they only having the belief that trading would sorted out thier problems easily than invest in the long-term. Specifically investing in bitcoin for a long-term is the best approach to securing future without being greedy rather than trading. Anyone you see today that chooses trading over long-term investments, after seems to me as greedy. Let aside the gambling or trading and buy bitcoin and holding for a long-term benefits.

[Alonso_]

If you get interest for trading, abeg take the time to study am well. You no need to pay person to teach you, them get YouTube channels way you fit learn the basics for free like how to draw support and resistance and so on. Trading no be bad thing, you just need to know wetin you dey do before you venture into am.

That one is true, but there is nothing wrong if you have someone that will teach you trading, but for someone who doesn’t have someone to teach them then I guess that learning from YouTube should also be an option, considering that you don’t have to pay money to someone to learn such a thing, so it’s better than just learning and paying money to someone to be learning something that it’s there on the internet, perhaps we can still decide to be learning from someone is we are not getting the person paid, but all this things are just very risky and difficult in such a way that it’s very risky when you involve yourself into such a thing.

[LOVER BOY 422]

We all know very well that the country is hard for now , but that is not the enough reason why we shouldn't reason properly at first the money one is using for trading can go a long way if he or she should also think of investing it , one thing about investment is that many folks neglect the good that comes out of it and depends mostly on trading which many of them regrets at last , one good thing about investing is nobody will even touch your portfolio, it remains their for you , not when you will trade and lost.
I will advise our young youths to embark on investment nomatter the distance, all we need is patience and not to panic when you are not supposed to, so investment is the goal achiever.

[AmaGold70]

Engaging in trading with your bitcoin asset is very risky, and not advisable. Whoever that is trading with his or her bitcoin asset should be ready to loose his money. Long term investment is the only way Bitcoin can reward investors without giving much stress, and is sure. Yes we, quite understand that the economy is tough but trading your bitcoin asset will end up doing you more harm than good. No wonder some people are complaining of making losses in bitcoin, looking as if bitcoin has no strategy that is convenient for long term profit. As bitcoin investors inpatient is what makes us loose our asset, as we are always looking for a short cut to make fast money.