The Market’s Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day

The market tanked yesterday. Investors panicked. Tariff talk is back. If you're feeling like now is definitely not the time to start investing, you're not alone. But what if that fear is actually holding you back? In this episode of The Pete the Planner Show, we tackle one of the most paralyzing money fears out there: investing. From yesterday’s market meltdown—fueled by President Trump's tariffs—to the emotional rollercoaster that keeps people on the sidelines, we break down why fear is normal… but not a reason to avoid the market entirely. We explore: The most common fears keeping people from investing (and how to overcome them) What President Trump’s tariffs mean for your portfolio How to understand risk without freaking out A dead-simple 15-minute plan to start investing confidently—even if you feel like you missed your chance If you've ever thought, "I'm too scared to invest," this episode is for you.