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How Vanguard Total Bond Surpassed Pimco Total Return to Take the Mutual Fund Crown

By Kent Thune, InvestorPlace Contributor

Do Vanguard’s total bond fund VBMFX and Pimco’s total return fund PTTRX deserve their spots on the list of best bond funds in the world?

The Only 3 Vanguard Funds You Need to Build a Portfolio

By Kent Thune, InvestorPlace Contributor

We highlight three Vanguard funds that can combine for one low-cost, diversified portfolio you can hold for the long term.

4 Vanguard Bond Funds to Buy (And 3 to Avoid) for Higher Interest Rates

By Kent Thune, InvestorPlace Contributor

Don’t know the difference between the best and worst bond funds for higher interest rates? Then this list of Vanguard funds is your bible.

3 Best Bond Funds for Rising Interest Rates

By Kent Thune, InvestorPlace Contributor

At this point, rising interest rates are a matter of ‘when,’ not ‘if,’ so make sure you’re properly positioned in fixed income with the best…

10 Best Mutual Funds for Retirement

By Kent Thune, InvestorPlace Contributor

Not every retirement portfolio looks the same. These 10 best mutual funds meet the needs of investors in retirement (or planning for it).

3 Bond Funds for an Unpredictable Market

By Kent Thune, InvestorPlace Contributor

Interest rates and bond prices are unpredictable. Here are three bond funds to buy now for uncertain economic and market conditions.

5 Best Vanguard Funds to Buy for Target Date 2030 Retirement

By Will Ashworth, InvestorPlace Contributor

You’re going to need some added oomph if you’ve got roughly 15-20 years before retirement. Here’s a look at some of the best Vanguard funds…

Best Bond Funds for 2015

By Kent Thune, InvestorPlace Contributor

The best bond funds in 2015 are likely to be the cheapest index funds and active funds with the most-seasoned managers.

5 Best Vanguard Funds to Buy for Target Date 2025

By Will Ashworth, InvestorPlace Contributor

If retirement isn’t too far away, take a look at some of the best Vanguard funds for investors with a target date at or around…

The 5 Best Vanguard Funds for the Next 5 Years

By Kent Thune, InvestorPlace Contributor

The next five years won’t be as easy for investors as the past five. But you’ll be A-OK with these best Vanguard funds for the…

10 Best Mutual Funds for Retirement

By InvestorPlace Staff

Not every retirement portfolio looks the same. These 10 best mutual funds meet the needs of investors in retirement (or planning for it).

The 7 Most Popular Vanguard Funds for 401k Plans

By Kent Thune, InvestorPlace Contributor

Vanguard funds are the most popular mutual funds for 401k plans. We highlight seven of the top choices for investors.

The 10 Best Vanguard Funds for Retirement

By Kent Thune, InvestorPlace Contributor

We highlight 5 mutual funds and 5 ETFs from Vanguard that make smart holdings for investors in their golden years.

7 Vanguard Funds to Build an All-Weather Portfolio

By Kent Thune, InvestorPlace Contributor

Investors wanting to build a low-cost, diversified portfolio need to look no further than this set of 7 Vanguard funds.

3 Biggest Mutual Funds Not Worth the Fees

By Kent Thune, InvestorPlace Contributor

The combination of size and fees can make the biggest mutual funds the worst performers. Here are three funds that illustrate the point.

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.

Analyzing Your Bond Fund: What Will Happen When Rates Start to Increase

By InvestorPlace Staff

Bond fund investors have been on a pretty good ride. Using the Vanguard Total Bond Market Index Fund (MUTF: VBMFX) as an indicator of what…

The 7 Best Mutual Funds to Hold in a 401k Plan

By Kent Thune, InvestorPlace Contributor

The best mutual funds for 401k plans are high-quality, low-cost offerings like these 7 funds.

The 10 Cheapest Vanguard Funds on the Market

By Kent Thune, InvestorPlace Contributor

The 10 cheapest Vanguard funds on the market are low-cost royalty among mutual funds already known for their low expenses.

7 Mutual Funds For Your Retirement Accounts

By Todd Shriber, InvestorPlace Contributor

Mutual funds, including passive index funds, can make for ideal investments for retirement accounts for multiple reasons, including enhanced portfolio diversification.

The 7 Best Vanguard Funds for 2018

By Kent Thune, InvestorPlace Contributor

The Vanguard funds lineup has many outstanding choices for 2018. We highlight the seven best funds for your portfolio.

10 Best Mutual Funds for the Rest of 2016

By Kent Thune, InvestorPlace Contributor

The best mutual funds in 2016’s second half will have to be able to navigate a brutal market environment. Consider these 10 funds up to…

The 10 Best Vanguard Funds to Buy for 2016

By Kent Thune, InvestorPlace Contributor

Investors can expect 2016 to be rife with volatility. Those looking to duck for cover can do so in some of the best Vanguard funds…

Vanguard Index Funds – The 3-Fund ‘Lazy’ Portfolio

By Kent Thune, InvestorPlace Contributor

Looking for the ultimate investment strategy? Consider “lazy” portfolios like this three-fund group of Vanguard index funds.

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