When stocks are in a nosedive, it is common for nervous investors to look for the exit. There are two reasons for urging restraint in trading during a falling market.

Where will the Dow be at the end of 2008? Take the Poll

The road ahead for stocks looks rocky, but could this be the big correction before the renewed bull market - or the dark before the storm of recession? Register your vote on where you think the Dow will be at the end of 2008 by visiting this page.

Post your short comments about 2008 on this blog and I'll publish representative samples.