The world of stock market investing is extremely glamorous. This is why many everyday investors have chosen actively-managed mutual funds to handle their investments. They try to get in the hot fund that had amazing returns last year. Unfortunately, this often leads to inferior investment returns.
The stock market is usually portrayed as where someone smart can make a good amount of money. So why not have a financial wizard manage your investments? This is the sales pitch of mutual fund companies. Unfortunately, things are not so simple. Many funds will be able to brag about their investment returns over the past few years. But these numbers are often due to luck. It is very important to note that very few managers outperform the market in the long run (over ten years). Continue reading ‘Why the Everyday Investor Should Choose No Load Index Funds’ »