Quote from: althedge on November 28, 2017, 11:05:29 PM

Technical analysis signals can help with market timings but because markets are generally appreciating and quickly it's hard to beat a hodl strategy unless you are really confident in your abilities and knowledge of the markets.

I generally agree. However, there are some technical signs to look for. After a trading range/consolidation is broken to the upside in a larger rally, my intention is usually to hold until I see very high "blow off" volume. Once you see significant volume exchanged (ideally higher than previous local tops), the thinking is that most shorts have been margin called, and everyone who wants to buy has already bought.

Accordingly, the next step is the formation of a "blow off top" which is characterized by a decline of 50% or more in price from the top.