Prior to the 1990′s, most investors avoided mutual funds. But, with the stock crash of 1987 and a more volatile investing climate, investors sought refuge in mutual funds. Mutual funds are now found in almost 90% of all portfolios and they remain a popular and effective investment tool. A mutual fund is really a company. The point of the company is to convince investors to trust the company with their money and allow it to invest on their behalf.
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Mutual Funds
Consider Taxes When Picking Mutual Funds
March 8th, 2013Mutual Funds v. 401(k) for Retirement
January 25th, 2013This article explains the differences between mutual funds and 401ks and how to determine what the best choice for your retirement plan is.
How to Choose the Best Mutual Funds for Your Portfolio
January 25th, 2013Here are six very important items that you must consider while choosing mutual funds to make sure that you make a prudent and cost effective selection.
Disadvantages of Mutual Funds
January 25th, 2013Thinking about investing in mutual funds? You might want to find out about the various disadvantages associated with this kind of investment
Nine Basic Concepts Associated with Mutual Fund Investing
January 25th, 2013Learn the basic concepts associated with mutual funds so you can make a sound investment decision.
6 Mutual Fund Fees and Expenses You Should Know About
January 25th, 2013Find out about the various fees you can expect to pay if you choose to invest in mutual funds.
10 Different Types of Stock Mutual Funds
January 25th, 2013Learn about the various types of stock mutual funds, so you can determine which ones are right for you.
What are Bond Mutual Funds and Different Types of Bond Funds
January 25th, 2013Looking for a conservative investment? Learn about the different types of bond mutual funds, and the benefits they offer.
Less Popular Types of Mutual Funds – Part 1
January 25th, 2013Are you aware of all the kinds of mutual funds you could be investing in? Learn about the alternatives to stock and bond mutual funds.
Less Common Types of Mutual Funds – Part 2
January 25th, 2013Find out about various types of mutual funds, including fund supermarkets, funds of funds, contrarian funds, and lifecycle funds.
Prospectuses, Annual Reports, and Other Documents
January 25th, 2013Before investing in a mutual fund, find out about the various documents every mutual fund is required to publish that can help guide your investment decisions.
Risks and Benefits of Adding Mutual Funds to Your Portfolio
January 25th, 2013Find out about the benefits mutual funds can add to your portfolio, and how you should monitor performance to make sure they continue to be a wise investment.
The Advantages of Mutual Funds
January 25th, 2013Mutual funds can make up an important part of a portfolio. Make sure you're aware of the advantages and disadvantages they offer by learning about the basics.
What’s the Difference Between Load and No Load Funds?
November 13th, 2012Investing is a wonderful way to grow your money, but the terminology with it can scare some people. Just by taking 5 minutes, you can learn some useful information on mutual funds. It can go a long way on your retirement investing decisions. Today I’m going to look into load and no-load mutual funds. What
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9 Disadvantages of Investing in Mutual Funds
October 10th, 2012There are certainly some benefits to mutual fund investing, but you should also be aware of the drawbacks associated with mutual funds. No Insurance: Mutual funds, although regulated by the government, are not insured against losses. The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) only insures against certain losses at banks, credit unions, and savings and loans,
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