Jack Bogle founded Vanguard and was considered the "father of index investing," but he did have a few takes on things that weren't quite right. Introduction - Jack Bogle Humans have a tendency to latch onto specific people and believe everything they say is true without assessing the content of each piece of information or advice on its own merits. I … [Read more...] about Jack Bogle Was Wrong About These 3 Things
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Vanguard Small Cap ETF Showdown – VB vs. VIOO vs. VTWO
Vanguard offers several popular small cap ETFs, namely VB, VIOO, and VTWO. Is there one that reigns supreme? Vanguard Small Cap ETF - What We're Looking For So let's talk about what exactly we're looking for in a Vanguard small cap ETF. First, we want sufficient AUM and liquidity to avoid the risk of fund closure and large bid-ask spreads. Secondly, … [Read more...] about Vanguard Small Cap ETF Showdown – VB vs. VIOO vs. VTWO
The 9,116 Best Stocks To Buy Right Now in 2022
We're officially in a bear market and we just saw the worst first half of the year for stocks since 1970. Here we'll check out the best stocks to buy now in 2022 while things are on sale. Prefer video? Watch it here: So obviously a cheeky title. Many pundits and YouTubers are putting out articles and videos discussing the "3 best stocks to buy now!" or how the … [Read more...] about The 9,116 Best Stocks To Buy Right Now in 2022
VUG vs. VOOG – Which Vanguard ETF for Large Growth Stocks?
VUG and VOOG are two ETFs from Vanguard to capture U.S. large cap growth stocks. But is one better than the other? Let's compare them. In a hurry? Here are the highlights: VUG and VOOG are two popular index funds from Vanguard for U.S. large cap growth stocks.VUG is much more popular with over $67 billion in assets. VOOG has about 1/10 of that.VUG seeks to track the CRSP … [Read more...] about VUG vs. VOOG – Which Vanguard ETF for Large Growth Stocks?
VTI ETF Review – Is VTI a Good Investment? (U.S. Stocks)
VTI is an extremely popular ETF to capture the entire U.S. stock market. Is it a good investment? I review it here. Video Prefer video? Watch it here: VTI - What, Why, and How VTI is the Vanguard Total Stock Market ETF. It launched in 2001. As the name suggests, the fund captures the entire investable U.S. stock market in the form of over 4,000 … [Read more...] about VTI ETF Review – Is VTI a Good Investment? (U.S. Stocks)
RSP ETF Review – Is RSP a Good Investment? (Equal Weight)
RSP is an interesting and extremely popular fund that equally weights companies in the S&P 500. Is it a good investment? I review it here. Video Prefer video? Watch it here: RSP - What, Why, and How RSP is the Invesco S&P 500 Equal Weight ETF. It launched in early 2003. As the name suggests, the fund simply takes all the stocks in the … [Read more...] about RSP ETF Review – Is RSP a Good Investment? (Equal Weight)
VYM vs. HDV – Vanguard Dividend ETF vs. iShares Dividend ETF
Two popular dividend ETFs are VYM, the Vanguard High Dividend Yield ETF, and HDV, the iShares Core High Dividend ETF. They differ more than you may realize. Let's compare them. First, note that I don't chase dividends. But I recognize that many investors use dividends to supplement their current income, particularly in retirement. Others just irrationally prefer … [Read more...] about VYM vs. HDV – Vanguard Dividend ETF vs. iShares Dividend ETF
VYM ETF Review – Is VYM a Good Investment? (Dividend Stocks)
VYM is a popular dividend ETF from Vanguard to capture high-yield U.S. stocks. But is it a good investment? I review it here. First, note that I don't chase dividends. But I recognize that many investors use dividends to supplement their current income, particularly in retirement. Others just irrationally prefer dividend-paying stocks. I even designed a dividend-focused … [Read more...] about VYM ETF Review – Is VYM a Good Investment? (Dividend Stocks)
VIG vs. DGRO – Vanguard or iShares Dividend Growth ETF?
Two popular dividend growth ETFs are VIG, the Vanguard Dividend Appreciation ETF, and DGRO, the iShares Core Dividend Growth ETF. Let's compare them. To be clear, I don't obsess over dividends. But I know income investors often like to use dividends as current income, particularly in retirement, and thus seek out dividend-oriented funds. Others just irrationally prefer … [Read more...] about VIG vs. DGRO – Vanguard or iShares Dividend Growth ETF?
VXUS vs. IXUS – Vanguard or iShares International ETF?
VXUS and IXUS are two popular index funds for the total international stock market outside the U.S from Vanguard and iShares, respectively. Here we'll review their differences, similarities, performance, and why you might want one over the other. In a hurry? Here are the highlights: VXUS is from Vanguard and IXUS is from iSharesBoth VXUS and IXUS capture the same segment … [Read more...] about VXUS vs. IXUS – Vanguard or iShares International ETF?
SCHD ETF Review – Is SCHD a Good Investment? (Dividend Stocks)
SCHD is a popular dividend ETF from Schwab to capture profitable U.S. stocks with a sustainable dividend. But is it a good investment? I review it here. First, note that I don't chase dividends. But I recognize that many investors use dividends to supplement their current income, particularly in retirement. Others just irrationally prefer dividend-paying stocks. I even … [Read more...] about SCHD ETF Review – Is SCHD a Good Investment? (Dividend Stocks)
SPYD vs. VYM – SPDR Dividend ETF vs. Vanguard Dividend ETF
Two popular dividend ETFs are SPYD, the SPDR Portfolio S&P 500 High Dividend ETF, and VYM, the Vanguard High Dividend Yield ETF. They're more different than you may realize. Let's compare them. First, note that I don't chase dividends. But I recognize that many investors use dividends to supplement their current income, particularly in retirement. Others just … [Read more...] about SPYD vs. VYM – SPDR Dividend ETF vs. Vanguard Dividend ETF
SPYD vs. SCHD – SPDR Dividend ETF vs. Schwab Dividend ETF
Two popular dividend-focused ETFs are SPYD, the SPDR Portfolio S&P 500 High Dividend ETF, and SCHD, the Schwab U.S. Dividend Equity ETF. Let's compare them. First, note that I don't chase dividends. But I recognize that many investors use dividends to supplement their current income, particularly in retirement. Others just irrationally prefer dividend-paying stocks. I … [Read more...] about SPYD vs. SCHD – SPDR Dividend ETF vs. Schwab Dividend ETF
VIG vs. VOO & VTI – Vanguard Dividend Growth ETF vs. Broad Market
VIG is Vanguard's dividend growth ETF. VOO and VTI are their broad market index funds for the S&P 500 Index and total U.S. stock market, respectively. Let's compare them. In a hurry? Here are the highlights: VIG, VOO, and VTI are all very popular U.S. stock funds from Vanguard.VIG tracks the S&P U.S. Dividend Growers Index. VOO tracks the S&P 500 Index. VTI … [Read more...] about VIG vs. VOO & VTI – Vanguard Dividend Growth ETF vs. Broad Market
SPHD vs. SCHD – Invesco Dividend ETF vs. Schwab Dividend ETF
Two popular dividend-focused ETFs are SPHD, the Invesco S&P 500 High Dividend Low Volatility ETF, and SCHD, the Schwab U.S. Dividend Equity ETF. Let's compare them. First, note that I don't chase dividends. But I recognize that many investors use dividends to supplement their current income, particularly in retirement. Others just irrationally prefer dividend-paying … [Read more...] about SPHD vs. SCHD – Invesco Dividend ETF vs. Schwab Dividend ETF
SCHD vs. VIG – Schwab Dividend ETF vs. Vanguard Div. Growth ETF
Two popular dividend-focused ETFs are the Schwab U.S. Dividend Equity ETF (SCHD) and the Vanguard Dividend Appreciation ETF (VIG), but they differ more than you may realize. Let's compare them. First, note that I don't chase dividends. But I recognize that many investors use dividends to supplement their current income, particularly in retirement. Others just irrationally … [Read more...] about SCHD vs. VIG – Schwab Dividend ETF vs. Vanguard Div. Growth ETF
SCHD vs. VOO & VTI – Schwab Dividend vs. Vanguard Total Market
SCHD is a popular dividend ETF from Schwab. VOO and VTI are broad market index funds from Vanguard for the S&P 500 and total U.S. stock market. Let's compare them. In a hurry? Here are the highlights: SCHD is a popular dividend fund from Schwab.VOO and VTI are very popular broad U.S. stock funds from Vanguard.SCHD tracks the Dow Jones U.S. Dividend 100 Index. VOO … [Read more...] about SCHD vs. VOO & VTI – Schwab Dividend vs. Vanguard Total Market
SPAXX vs. FDIC vs. FDRXX vs. FZFXX – Fidelity Core Position
If you've got a Fidelity investment account, you've probably encountered several options for your "core position" for cash: SPAXX, FDIC, FDRXX, and/or FZFXX. I compare them here. Video Prefer video? Watch it here: Introduction - What is the Fidelity Core Position? Your "core position" at Fidelity simply refers to where your uninvested cash goes inside … [Read more...] about SPAXX vs. FDIC vs. FDRXX vs. FZFXX – Fidelity Core Position
How To Write an Investment Policy Statement – Template & Example
An investment policy statement is a formal document that defines one's investing objectives and strategy. Here we'll look at how to write one, the benefits of having one, a template, and an example. Introduction - What Is an Investment Policy Statement? An investment policy statement is a document that outlines the parameters for how a portfolio will be managed … [Read more...] about How To Write an Investment Policy Statement – Template & Example
Tax Loss Harvesting To Defer Taxes – The Ultimate Guide
Tax loss harvesting may sound fancy and complicated, but I promise it's super simple, and you'll have a better understanding of it after reading this guide. Here we'll explore what tax loss harvesting is, why and how you'd want to do it, the rules, limits, and deadlines involved, examples, and how to avoid the infamous "wash sale" in your portfolio. Introduction - … [Read more...] about Tax Loss Harvesting To Defer Taxes – The Ultimate Guide
