Index Funds 101
I can’t analyze stock indexes without mentioning my favorite investments – index funds. Index funds fit squarely into a low-cost, diversified investing strategy that can help you benefit from the…
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What is an ETF?
Last week I took a mutual fund class to finish up my CFP® Continuing Education requirement. While reading over the materials, I realized that I’ve never talked about ETFs on… -
Investing Is Simpler Than You Think
Happy Tuesday! I hope you all had a great holiday weekend. I certainly did. Part of what I love about having extra leisure time and a long car trip is… -
Are you a lumper or a splitter?
You’ve resolved to start saving for your retirement. You’ve decided to use low-cost, index funds as your core investing strategy. You’ve even chosen your perfect asset allocation. The only thing… -
Why costs and fees matter in investing
I’ve spent the last two days advocating for low-cost index funds. But what’s the big deal? Does it really matter if an investment costs me another percentage point? Yes, yes… -
Index Funds 101
Yesterday, I offered some insight into my preferred investing strategy – passive investing. I also mentioned that my strategy lends itself to index investing. So today I figured we would… -
My Investing Strategy
I have to say, I love blogging so far. Musing on money has provided a very therapeutic and enjoyable analytic exercise. One of my coworkers asked if I trouble have…