The Basics of Building an ETF Portfolio
November 2, 2009 – Exchange traded funds (ETFs) are intended for creating a low-cost and diverse portfolio regardless of which type of investor you may be. Here’s a breakdown of the various categories you can consider. (more…) Continue Reading »

What Are ETFs and How Do You Invest In Them?
October 30, 2009 – Many who visit this site may already be well aware of what exchange traded funds (ETFs) are. But as evidenced by all the new money pouring into them, many investors are just starting out on... Continue Reading »

How to Invest In ETFs Like It’s 1999
October 12, 2009 – As a result of the market’s collapse, the prices of stocks and exchange traded funds (ETFs) are now at levels not seen in at least a decade. This presents a major buying opportunity , and... Continue Reading »

5 ETF Themes Investors Can Consider
October 6, 2009 – Every exchange traded fund (ETF) investor has at least a few of their favorite, go-to funds. It’s also worthwhile at times to periodically check out the favorites of others  to expand your horizons and get... Continue Reading »

The 5 Most-Wanted ETFs
October 2, 2009 – The markets are recovering, albeit slowly, and investors are wading back in to buy exchange traded funds (ETFs). Most of those investors, at one point or another, will come across these five ETFs, the most... Continue Reading »

How to Play Federal Reserve’s Moves With ETFs
September 28, 2009 – The Federal Reserve has flooded the economy with money. As the excess liquidity is being moved around, the markets and exchange traded funds (ETFs) are showing new opportunities for investors who want to capitalize on... Continue Reading »

Considering ETFs? Here’s How to Get Started
September 28, 2009 – As the stock market and exchange traded funds (ETFs) start to pick up steam again, investors are becoming eager to dip their toes back in the water. No matter what investments pique your fancy, it... Continue Reading »

Why Stocks, Treasuries and Gold ETFs Are Moving In Tandem
September 14, 2009 – As money is shifted around in the markets, asset classes of varying types are being pushed to new heights. This has created an unusual situation in which stocks, Treasuries and gold-related exchanged traded funds (ETFs)... Continue Reading »

How the Web of SPDR ETFs Has Grown
August 21, 2009 – The SPDRs (SPY) is the oldest exchange traded fund (ETF) in the United States, and they have since ballooned into a unique family of ETFs that allow investors to access any sector in the S&P... Continue Reading »

How ETF Trading Volume Shines a Light on Trends
August 21, 2009 – Exchange traded funds (ETFs) are a useful tool for investing and investors agree. Over the past couple of years trading volumes in the various ETFs have shot up. Let’s take a look at which ETFs... Continue Reading »