Why Appetites Are High for Junk Bond ETFs
November 3, 2009 – As corporate bonds have started to lose their popularity with investors, some suggest that an opportunity in junk bonds and their exchange traded funds (ETFs) might exist and for good reason. (more…) Continue Reading »

iShares Files for a Different Kind of Muni Bond ETF
October 25, 2009 – iShares has filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) for a line of exchange traded funds (ETF) that hold municipal bonds…but with a twist. (more…) Continue Reading »

Dividend vs. Growth ETFs: Why Dividend Has Outperformed
October 16, 2009 – As a portfolio is being built, it’s important to consider the strategy or type of exchange traded funds (ETFs) to have in play. One issue to consider is whether it’s better to have dividend or... Continue Reading »

Are ETFs Poised to Gain More Market Share In 401(k)s?
October 8, 2009 – On average, 401(k) balances have gotten smaller since last year, making a case for the addition of exchange traded funds (ETFs) to be included among the investment choices. (more…) Continue Reading »

Why 401(k)s Are Shifting to Younger Set
October 5, 2009 – A new report shows that in the same market environment, the outcome for 401(k) plan participants was far different for the younger contributors than it was for older ones nearing retirement. (more…) Continue Reading »

5 Ways to Maximize the Use Of ETFs
October 5, 2009 – When it comes to investing, you have many options when it comes to exchange traded funds (ETFs), stocks, bonds, futures or options, but one thing is certain: a sound strategy is more important than anything... Continue Reading »

How to Prepare for Retirement With ETFs
October 4, 2009 – The economic crisis has caused many people to reconsider their retirement strategy and look deeper at their situation. Can exchange traded funds (ETFs) be part of the new answer many investors are looking for?... Continue Reading »

Nearing (Or In) Retirement? Here Are 5 Rules
October 2, 2009 – As many saw their nest eggs take a blow in 2008, most of the old rules of investing using stocks and exchange traded funds (ETFs) are no longer applicable. (more…) Continue Reading »

5 Mistakes You Could Be Making In Your 401(k) Plan
September 21, 2009 – When it comes to retirement savings, does your 401(k) plan include exchange traded funds (ETFs)? If not, that could be one mistake out of the five that we’ve found are commonly made by investors.... Continue Reading »

Know the Weightings In Your Dividend ETFs
September 16, 2009 – Dividend exchange traded funds (ETFs) are a good fit in any portfolio. But an investor should know the sector weightings included in dividend ETFs, lest you get bitten when a highly weighted sector does poorly.... Continue Reading »