Wed May 21 2025, by Tyler Gardner

Stock MarketInvestingRetirement PlanningMarket VolatilityFinancial Education

3 Things to Remember When the Stock Market Crashes

I'm Tyler, I'm a former financial advisor and portfolio manager, and if any of this is helpful, check out my new podcast, Your Money Guide on the Side, by clicking the link in my bio.

1. Yes, We Have Seen Worse

Whatever is going on in your mind, just remember: we have seen worse. The Cuban Missile Crisis, the dot-com bubble, the subprime housing crisis. Say it with me, we have seen worse.

2. The President is Not Going to Destroy Your Retirement Fund

Unless you have planned on liquidating your entire retirement portfolio on the one day that we experience some short-term volatility, in which case, that's on you, not our elected officials. Remember, your retirement plan was built to cover the next 20 to 30 years of your life, aka the tenure of the next three to seven presidents.

3. Stop Checking Markets Daily

And yes, you are a ding-dong if you're checking markets daily as a long-term investor. Best advice—and yes, this is advice—look at your investments once a year. I know you won't, but I know you should!

Conclusion

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