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What are the benefits and differences between exchange-traded funds and mutual funds? Mike in Colorado wants to know. How should Lauren in Florida approach the fixed-income portion of her investment portfolio? Would a balanced fund be good for asset allocation in the decumulation phase for DJ in Missouri? Plus, Karen wants to make a one-time roulette investment. Should she hire a broker or do it herself? But first, something for YMYW’s legion of Old-Fashioned drinkers: find out how you can put your money where your mouth is with our special guest Jeremy Kasler, the founder and CEO of CaskX, making investing in whiskey and bourbon more accessible and transparent for investors.

Mutual funds, ETFs (exchange-traded funds), and SMAs (separately managed accounts) are three of the most popular types of investment vehicles. Investors are faced with so many options these days that it can be overwhelming and often confusing. Understanding the key differences among these three is important for any investor looking to build a diversified portfolio […]

Several common investment products include mutual funds, index funds, and exchange-traded funds (ETFs). While all aim to offer diversified investment opportunities and professional management, they diverge in management style, trading mechanisms, and tax implications. Pure’s Financial Advisor, Tony Vu, CFP®, AIF®, reveals these nuances, equipping investors with the knowledge needed to make informed decisions aligned […]

Direct indexing gives investors the ability to mimic the performance of an index such as the S&P 500 by purchasing its underlying stocks to create a customized portfolio. Since you can’t invest directly in an index, most investors will buy an exchange-traded fund (ETF) or mutual fund to replicate its performance. When you own shares […]

What are exchange-traded funds, and what’s the difference between mutual funds and ETFs? In this video, Amy Cattelino, CFP from Pure Financial Advisors explains investing in an exchange-traded fund. Transcript: What are ETFs? An ETF is an exchange-traded fund. That’s what the acronym stands for. Now, think of an ETF like the trendier, younger version […]