Mutual Funds

Mutual funds are necessary investments for investors both young and old. They provide essential diversification and can strengthen your returns over the long-term. But there are too many funds for any single investor to sift through. Luckily, our analysts give you the inside track on funds with the smallest minimal investments and funds that charge low fees, so you can maximize your performance.

7 Best Dividend Mutual Funds to Count On

By Kent Thune, InvestorPlace Contributor
If you're looking for mutual funds that pay dividends, bigger (yields) is not always better. These dividend funds are worth a long look.

Investing in International Mutual Funds: Is It Worth the Risk?

By Kent Thune, InvestorPlace Contributor
Looked at historical returns for international mutual funds lately? If so, you’d be justified in questioning overseas investments.

The S&P 500 Is Off Its High, And You Should Buy

By Jeff DeMaso
The S&P 500 and Dow Jones are a year removed from their all-time highs, but investors shouldn't be concerned -- they should be buying.

7 Best Mutual Funds to Buy for the Rest of 2016

By Kent Thune, InvestorPlace Contributor
Don't expect the rest of 2016 to be a picnic. The best mutual funds to buy from here on out will need to be hardy, defensive plays.

31 Index Funds That Are Robbing You Blind

By Kent Thune, InvestorPlace Contributor
We shine the light on 31 grossly overpriced index funds -- as well as 12 cheaper alternatives you can buy that will save you tens of thousands of dollars through retirement.

The Perfect 10: Build a Fidelity Investments Portfolio

By Kent Thune, InvestorPlace Contributor
Fidelity Investments is one of the few mutual fund companies offering a wide range of high-quality, low-cost funds. Here are 10 of their best for a complete portfolio.

The 5 Best Vanguard Funds for Global Investment

By Kent Thune, InvestorPlace Contributor
If you're interested in building the most diverse and globally inclusive portfolio, these are the best Vanguard funds for the job.

7 Best Mutual Funds to Keep Taxes Low

By Kent Thune, InvestorPlace Contributor
If you want the best mutual funds for your taxable account, you'll want to check out these seven funds that can keep taxes low.

The 10 Best Mutual Funds of the Past 10 Years

By Kent Thune, InvestorPlace Contributor
The 10 best mutual funds of the past decade were spread across a few sectors, but for the most part, the dominant forces were technology and healthcare.

3 Best Fidelity Funds for Conservative Retirees

By Kent Thune, InvestorPlace Contributor
Fidelity funds are a natural choice for retirement portfolios because of their versatility, low cost and high quality. These three particular funds are the right picks for more conservative investors.

7 Best Funds for a New Rollover IRA Portfolio

By Kent Thune, InvestorPlace Contributor
When you start up a rollover IRA, you have to build a portfolio from scratch. These are the best funds to buy to establish your bedrock.

3 Best Vanguard Funds for a Down Market

By Kent Thune, InvestorPlace Contributor
These are the three best Vanguard mutual funds for investors looking to reduce their risk in this wobbly, downtrending market.

The Smart Way to Go for Growth: VIGRX

By Richard Band
This open-end fund has quite a long-term record because it banks on great companies.

The 10 Best Index Funds to Buy No Matter WHAT the Market Is Doing

By Aaron Levitt, InvestorPlace Contributor
Markets got you down? Don't worry -- here are 10 index funds you can buy and hold for any sort of market condition.

The 7 Best Funds for the Most Frugal Investors

By Kent Thune, InvestorPlace Contributor
We researched mutual funds with the lowest expense ratios and found seven that are accessible to everyday investors.

The Best Funds for the Super Bowl

By Kent Thune, InvestorPlace Contributor
The Super Bowl Indicator has been 80% accurate in picking the direction for stocks. Here are the best funds to play the game.

Vanguard’s Wellesley Income Fund Shines On (VWIAX)

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It wasn't long ago that many were calling an end to the out-performance from Vanguard's Wellesley Income Fund. Here's why VWIAX still has value

The Best of Pimco Total Return: PTTDX vs BOND

By Kent Thune, InvestorPlace Contributor
Even after the exit of Bill Gross, Pimco Total Return is still one of the best bond funds on the market. But should you buy PTTDX or BOND?

3 Best Funds to Buy Into Municipal Bonds

By Kent Thune, InvestorPlace Contributor
Municipal bonds may be boring, but you'll find them worth your while in some of the best funds to own now.
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