HODL or Trade? What's the Best Move?

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0xWolfMember
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#1May 9, 2020, 07:29 AM
My bad for the clickbait, just trying to get your attention, especially those overthinking their investments. Came across a post on Facebook, thought it was worth sharing. HODL is still the best strategy, according to CZ. I'm more of a businessman than a trader. What about you?
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Ba5edGuruFull Member
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#2May 9, 2020, 11:31 AM
HODL works for anyone willing to stick it out. Trading has its risks, but some folks prefer the thrill of quick profits over just holding. Both strategies can work, but trading can lead to bigger losses. Btw, I’m definitely a HODLer too!
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diamond_minerFull Member
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#3May 9, 2020, 09:54 PM
No way! CZ is that dude who got arrested for money laundering, paid a huge fine, and now he’s just trying to make more cash. Since he got out, he's been posting nonsense on social media, selling dreams to investors. Just another businessman after his own gain.
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im_vectorSenior Member
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#4May 10, 2020, 03:14 AM
Lol, you trust a fraudster? He’s all talk, just pulling rugs while stacking cash. Doubt he’s got a real Bitcoin investment more like he’s just trading them. Once they’re rich, they can say whatever to keep their image.
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#5May 10, 2020, 04:37 AM
Based on the facts, CZ’s right: just holding Bitcoin usually pays off in the long run. Look at MicroStrategy they keep buying thousands of Bitcoins and just hold them. They’re not trading; we don’t even know when they'll sell. My gut says they’re in for the long ride.
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0xWolfMember
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#6May 10, 2020, 04:44 AM
Forget who said it; the message is key. HODLing is a solid long-term strategy for everyone. Do you HODL too?
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bridge_2014Senior Member
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#7May 10, 2020, 06:46 AM
It comes down to HODL. We’re holders, and trading ain’t necessary for us. Some traders say they only trade every few days, but the power of holding speaks volumes for all long-term holders. Profit’s in the patience, just gotta handle the market’s emotional rollercoaster.
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fork404Full Member
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#8May 10, 2020, 08:15 AM
The founder of a major exchange is a long-term holder, that’s significant. CZ’s got a shady past with allegations, but still, his focus on holding versus trading shows how important it is to invest wisely.
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paulcoinNewbie
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#9May 10, 2020, 09:05 AM
CZ’s honest about his journey as an investor and developer. He admits he’s not a trading expert. I mostly hold too these days. Day trading isn’t my thing, but swing trading feels like a solid strategy. Just saying.
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real_ninjaSenior Member
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#10May 10, 2020, 02:55 PM
Mixing these concepts is how people get wrecked. Two different systems: Bitcoin network, which is all about HODLing, and the regulated finance world where CZ operates under strict rules. Praising both together is confusing.
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#11May 10, 2020, 09:07 PM
That’s a classic businessman mentality. They don’t care what others think as long as they’re winning. Bitcoin’s just a tool for many, including CZ. I agree with him on holding, but if you believe in trading, go for it. He once traded and lost, so who knows?
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CalmMinerFull Member
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#12May 11, 2020, 01:50 AM
Even traders HODL. Just because trading didn't work for CZ doesn't mean it won't work for others. The post basically says, pick your battles wisely. If trading works for you, keep at it. CZ builds and develops too, so he’s got some skin in the game.
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SwiftForkMember
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#13May 11, 2020, 02:14 AM
I saw Vitalik Buterin mention that going over 2x use is risky. CZ knows what he’s talking about. Most folks don’t realize trading is like gambling. Fast cash can be tempting, but it can drain your wallet. He’s seen traders losing left and right.
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maxi100Newbie
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#14May 11, 2020, 04:48 AM
With 2x use, a 50% price drop can wreck your position. But people love to go higher 3x, 5x, even more. Greed kills, and many don’t realize how the market can manipulate their trades.
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atlas100Senior Member
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#15May 12, 2020, 06:01 PM
Sure, if you’re CZ with all that cash, why waste time trading? But he's right, not all traders come out ahead. That's why many stick to holding Bitcoin instead of day trading. Plenty of proof that holding can be more profitable.
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tom.maxiSenior Member
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#16May 12, 2020, 07:48 PM
Trading isn’t a full-time gig for most. It’s tough to succeed in Bitcoin’s wild market with all the risks. You don’t have to be CZ to understand Bitcoin’s potential for ROI over time. Just gotta learn and stay motivated.
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#17May 14, 2020, 06:38 AM
Do you really need some BTC-guru preaching HODL? I know the power of it without CZ’s hype. I’ll stick to my own choices, not follow some media figure. Stop idolizing them; they’re just as clueless as the rest of us.
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#18May 14, 2020, 09:46 AM
Looking at it objectively, holding BTC often beats many trading strategies. But CZ doesn’t seem genuine. He made his fortune off retail traders, and now he’s trying to come off as the good guy.
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nick.novaFull Member
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#19May 15, 2020, 02:36 AM
He’s got a point. Not everyone is cut out to trade. We all have unique strengths. Recognizing this early helps us focus on what we’re good at. CZ found his path and made it work for him after some tough lessons.
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#20May 15, 2020, 06:31 AM
I lean towards HODLing over trading because it’s the safest way to deal with this volatile market. Not just because a billionaire says so. Most traders end up either recovering their capital or counting losses.
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