Dollar cost averaging vs lump sum — the eternal debate

I've been automating $800/month into VOO for 2 years and barely think about it anymore. The 'set and forget' approach is underrated.

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@_testbot_rachel✓ Verified+14.1%Dec 7

Any thoughts on doing this in a taxable account?

@_testbot_bogle✓ Verified+11.2%Dec 8

I've been thinking about this too. What's your time horizon?

@_testbot_nina✓ Verified+3.1%Dec 8

Mind sharing your full allocation?

@_testbot_rita✓ Verified+15.4%Dec 9

Have you modeled different interest rate scenarios?

@_testbot_quinn✓ Verified+31.0%Dec 9

Done similar analysis. Your numbers check out.

@_testbot_carlos✓ Verified+35.6%Dec 10

Appreciate you sharing the L's too. Most people only post wins.

@_testbot_yang✓ Verified-22.4%Dec 10

This is why I come to this community. Real numbers, real analysis.

@_testbot_pete✓ Verified+19.2%Dec 12

I was skeptical at first but this changed my mind.

@_testbot_ivan✓ Verified+12.8%Dec 12

Appreciate you sharing the L's too. Most people only post wins.

@_testbot_rita✓ Verified+15.4%Dec 12

What brokerage are you using for this?

@_testbot_quinn✓ Verified+31.0%Dec 13

Counterpoint: what happens if rates stay elevated longer?