It's all going to be alright

<p>It’s a scary time in markets and in today's episode Bryce &amp; Alec give some practical advice to reassure you.</p><p>This isn't the first time that markets have gone down or into a bear market. The beauty of investing is that there are clear historical signs that the markets have gone up, more than than have gone down.</p><p>IF IN DOUBT ZOOM OUT - Between 1900 and 2018, the Australian stock market had 23 years where it went down, and 96 years where it went up - meaning 81% of those years were good years.</p><br><p>****</p><p><strong>Calling all bulls, bears and party animals.</strong></p><p>The market’s closed and the bar is open. Come and trade ideas at Australia’s biggest investing festival -<strong> Equity Mates' FinFest</strong>.</p><p>With expert speakers and guests, DJs and booze, it’s an inspiring and empowering event for investors of any level of experience.</p><p>Save the date - 15th October, 2022 Sydney - Head to <a href="http://equitymates.com/finfest" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">equitymates.com/finfest </a>to register your interest.</p><p>Equity Mates' FinFest, powered by <a href="https://hellostake.com/au" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Stake</a></p><p>****</p><p>Order Get Started Investing on <a href="http://booktopia.kh4ffx.net/vn2drL" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Booktopia</a> or <a href="https://amzn.to/3dkncW2" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Amazon</a> now.&nbsp;</p><p>If you want to let Alec or Bryce know what you think of an episode, contact them <a href="mailto:contact@equitymates.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">here</a>.&nbsp;</p><p>Make sure you don't miss anything about Equity Mates - visit<a href="https://equitymates.com/support/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> this page</a> if you want to support our work.</p><br><p>Want more Equity Mates? Come to our<a href="https://equitymates.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> website</a> and explore! You’ll find information on our full network of shows, inc