ETF's versus Mutual Funds

[Donaz1]

I am considering moving out of mutual funds primarily because of tax considerations. Since I do not switch out of funds that often, holding them would reduce my tax liability, I think. I am tired of looking at statements with many line items even though I have not switched anything. Thoughts anyone

[manaboutown]

ETFs vs. mutual funds: Similarities, differences | Vanguard (https://investor.vanguard.com/etf/etf-vs-mutual-fund?WT.srch=1&cmpgn=PS:RE)

[Mleeja]

Might consider closed end funds as well. They are traded like stocks.

How to Invest in a Closed-End Fund - Personal Finance - WSJ.com (http://guides.wsj.com/personal-finance/investing/how-to-invest-in-a-closed-end-fund/)

Happy investing!

[Daddymac]

All you need is 3 ETFs
DIA
QQQ
SPY
THERE YOU COVER THE WHOLE MARKET..

[AJ32162]

All you need is 3 ETFs
DIA
QQQ
SPY
THERE YOU COVER THE WHOLE MARKET..

The Wilshire 5000 Total Market Index - TMWX covers the entire U.S. stock market...more than 6,700 stocks. The 3 ETFs that you mentioned only cover 639 stocks in total.

DIA: 30 stocks
QQQ: 104 stocks
SPY: 505 stocks