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Mutual Fund Investing Knowledge Base

What do I look for when "doing my research" for mutual fund investing? You always here people say that, but honestly I don't know what I should be looking at besides some website's star rating. How do I really know if a fund is decent. What do you think of these? OPGSX and SGDAX
names of books with infomation about mutual fund investing? Need to know information on investing in mutual funds-the pro's and con's of mutual fund investing
Index Funds: I am in the process of learning about mutual fund investing. I want to make sure I am well ? diversified. I understand that index funds that follow the S&P are mainly large cap companies. Should I have a separate fund for Large, medium, and small caps? Or maybe just one that follows the S&P. Or maybe one that follows the entire market (wilshire 5000)? There are so many options . Please help. Thanks in advance.
Mutual Fund Investing Question? When investing in a mutual fund, what is the difference in the minimun initial investment and the minimum IRA investment. For example the fund im looking at says the min. investment is $2500, min. IRA is $1000, subsequent $1000. Additionally how often must you make the "subsequent" investments?
Is investing in the Blackstone Group(BX) like investing in a mutual fund? Hello everyone. I wanted to see if I could get input from anyone that knows anything about the Blackstone Group(BX). I was looking at their stock and it almost seems like a mutual fund but without any expense ratios or management fees. They invest in so many different companies across different sectors. They seem to be a very diverse company. Also their shares are at a great price thanks to the messed up stock market. Is investing in this company like investing in a well diversified mutual fund? I would appreciate info from anyone who has knowledge. Thanks!
Mutual Fund Investing? I am new in USA and a small investor. Kindly advise me on which mutual fund i can profitable invest in. I am interested in investing directly and dont want a broker. My wife's 401(k) is managed by Fidelity. I have a time frame of 1 to 10 years. Thank you
does the type of currency matter when investing in an american based mutual fund? I'm an American living and working in Thailand, and earning baht. In regards to currency, I would like to know what I have to do (exchange currency etc) to invest in a mutual fund like those offered by Vanguard. Cheers.
need advice regarding mutual fund investing...? i'm a novice in investing in mutual funds. i came to know that MF investing would give huge gains. can anyone give me complete info about mutual funds, the fund types; their risk factors, their gains and factors on which they depend upon & other info. i'm in india. thnks for yuur suggestions
Are there mutual funds out there that simulate investing in a hedge fund without the $1MM min investment? Looking for no-loan funds that simulate investing in a hedge fund. Hedge funds typically have a monumental min investment ($1mm or more). If yes, are there multiple mutual funds that would simulate the various stratagies of various hedge funds?
In mutual fund investing, does the investor have a choice of specifying his area of preffered investments ? I am planning to invest Rs 50,000 for the next 5 yrs in mutual funds of a corporate house. I want 40 % of my investments to be put in construction, 30% in steel, 20% in cement & 10 % in chemicals. However, is it a must for the fund manager to invest a significant portion of my investments in software sector for getting a high return ? Will the mutual fund house listen to my requirements or do they feel their pattern of investment will give higher yields than my required investment pattern ?
What are the disadvantages of buying annuities vs investing in a no load mutual fund? I am 58 and my husband is 53 . After raising our 3 kids we have about 25K saved. We thought of buying a single payment annuity so that we can receive payments for life. We do not know how much a month we will get and whether it would be better just invest in a no load mutual fund like Fidelity Retirement fund Which approach will serve our purpose better We have no other retirement except social security in a few years( I plan to take social security at 62 but I might have to work until 66 . My husband plans to take his at 62.
How do I invest mutual fund in my IRA? Through the fund family or the fund symbol? If invest through fund family, should I open another IRA in fund family? Which way is better to invest mutual fund, IRA in fund family or my own IRA?
What are the benefits and risks of investing in a mutual fund issued by an insurance company? There have been a lot of issues in the news these days regarding the trustworthiness of insurance companies. Are these instruments regulated by the government? How are these funds different from those issued by banks? My aunt is trying to sell me these funds and I want to know the whole picture. Wow, these are really good answers. Thanks guys.
Help me in investing Mutual Fund? I have a doubt, If a 'X' MF plan is doing good in the market and for example its NAV is Rs.50 and a new 'Y' MF plan with the same benefits of X is introduced in the market. Which plan can I invest. Can I go for X plan which is doing good in market or I can go for Y plan which is introduced new in the market?
Is it worth investing $30K in mutual fund this late in the yr to avoid capital gain tax? I have close to $30K to invest. But my concern is that mutual fund will have large capital gain tax this year with the market doing so well. I am concerned about paying large sum to Uncle sam in capital gain tax. Should I wait til Jan. 2007?
Im getting deployed and interested in investing into a mutual fund. any ideas? I need some help in deciding where to invest my money into. I don't have the time to manage my own portfolio so I think mutual funds are the way to go? Any one have any ideas or advice? Last time I was deployed I had my money invested in CDs, "boring". Now im looking for a value fund, something I can invest $1,000 monthly into. Thanks for your help
Which is better for monthly investing,mutual funds or rd account? I am planning to invest 2000/- per month for 10 years i.e 120 months,which will be the better option ,whether SIP in Mutual Funds or opening a Recurring Account with SBI or ICICI? also tell us How much amount will i get after 12 years if i invest in a particular scheme i mean after 10 years What are income tax implications of investing in mutual fund i.e whether i have to pay any income tax on mutual fund profits annual vise?
What is a good mutual fund to invest in? I am looking to invest in a mutual fund. Do you now any mutual funds with consistent high yields?
What is a good mutual fund to invest in to make money fast? I want to invest in a Mutual Fund to make money fast which one is a good one?
difference between investing in IPO and non IPO for mutual fund? If i invest 5000 Rs in a new IPO mutual fund , is it better than invetsing Rs 5000 in an established good mutual fund? In a new mutual fund we get 500 units but maybe in an established mutual fund for 5000 Rs we get only 50 units. But does it make any difference for growth fund?
What is a good no load mutual fund to invest money in? I am looking for a no load mutual fund that invests in large cap growth companies?
What is a good mutual Fund to invest in with no Penalties? What is a good Mutual Fund to invest in that will not penalize you if you cash out early?
Is there any way to determine an exact level of risk when investing in a mutual fund? for example, comparing two funds to see which is riskier.
Is Amana Trust Growth a good mutual fund to start investing with? Is Amana Trust Growth a good mutual fund to start investing with? i want to start to invest on mutual fund? how do i calculate the return? there is 3 month, 1 yr, 3 yr options? does that mean i can only hold it 3 years maximum? thank you
Mutual Funds in Taiwan? What are the best funds to invest here? Can a non-resident acquire a mutual fund? I want to invest in Mutual Funds here in Taiwan within my 3 years contract, is it possible? Can you give me an idea what best funds I can invest here? Thanks.
is it safe in investing Mutual funds in india, how do i get returns? hi friends, i am new to this sector, can i invest money in mutual funds, what returns will i get, will i get any returns monthly, is it more like shares, and how safe will be my invested money, coz i see the disclaimers in the ads stating subject to market risk. but still i am interested in this, do help me about giving basic ideas about this field.
Are there any good TV shows on mutual fund investing? It seems like most of the business news programs focus on indivdual stock investing and day trading. I'm looking for a good show that discusses mutual fund news and long term investing strategies.
Can you make money investing in mutual funds? I have money in a 529 plan and an IRA. I understand those and their tax implications. I don't understand how you make money from investing in mutual funds just normally and the tax implications. If a mutual fund sells something... then you have to pay taxes on it? I am not quite sure how that process works. I know Vanguard has funds, but I'm not sure how investing in them without the tax benefits from the IRA and such can help me. Thank you.
if i want to apply online for investing in Mutual Fund? What should i need for online investment?
which is the best mutual fund to invest? I am planning to invest in Mutual funds. I got to know that LIC or MAX new york life insurance is best. Is it so?? Can someone help me
Mutual Fund Investing - Vanguard or T. Rowe Only - Advice Wanted? I need some advice with my 2 questions below. I'm 22 years old and have some extra money I want to invest. I'm looking into 1 or 2 long term (40+ years) mutual funds only from Vanguard or T. Rowe. 1.) Which funds should I consider? Note: I already have maxed out my Vanguard Roth IRA (Target 2050) and have some money in the following T. Rowe funds: Capital Appreciation, New Era, and Equity Income. 2.) Should I close any of these 3 funds and put the money somewhere more aggressive (e.g. Vanguard's Global Equity, T. Rowe's Emerging Mkts, etc ?) Thanks for your help.
Mutual Fund? What is the best mutual fund to invest in right now?
Mutual Fund? What is an mutual fund??? how to invest...??? basics of investing.....???? please help me in investing........
Mutual Fund? I like to invest in mutual fund on monthly basis (SIP). Which plan is doing good in the market knoww? Can any of you help me?
Is now a good time to start investing in mutual funds? I just opened a Roth IRA with Fidelity, and i'm interested in investing my money in other ways (like maybe mutual funds?). I'm in my early 30s, and i'm really interested in making my money work for me. Since it seems that we're headed for recession (no matter was bush says...), is now a good or bad time to invest? or should i consider investing in other types of ways? thanks so much for your time!
Is investing in mutual funds and stocks the same thing? People have told me due to my high level of risk that I should invest most of my money in stocks. I know my bank offers mutual funds and IRA's but I am not sure if they offer stocks. If I have no stock investing experience then should I hire a broker to do it for me or should I just stick with aggressive mutual funds? Are stocks and mutual funds the same thing? What is an example of a stock?
WHICH IS BETTER Investing in MUTUAL FUNDS OR SHARES trading? Please suggest me plan for yearly investment of 10000/- for say 10 years which will yield higher return?how much can i expect net return from investing in mutual funds by investing 10000/- per year for 10 years? I am asking for plans,i mean which mutual fund scheme should i go for or should i go for unit linked insurance or pnsion plan and if yes then which company's plan?
Which is best Petroleum sector related shares or Mutual fund can I invest in at this time? Can I invest in Petroleum sector related shares or Mutual funds ? Can i make benefits in future from investing money in Petroleum sector related shares or Mutual funds? If yes, Which is best Petroleum sector related shares or Mutual fund can I invest in at this time? How many years can invest in?
I want to invest in mutual fund through SIP of Rs. 1000 per month. Which mutual fund is better for me? I am student of age 21. I want to invest in mutual fund for long period, having withdrawl facility and good returns.
I am planning to invest in Mutual Fund and I am just a beginner... Can I go through ShareKhan? I am planning to invest in Mutual Fund and I am just a beginner... Can I go through ShareKhan?
Non-US resident investing in mutual fund/index fund? Can non-US residents invest in US based index fund or mutual fund ? What is the typical minimum requirement ? Tax implications ? Can direct me to relevant sites particularly on this topic ?
How to decide which is the best mutual fund to invest in India. please also give answers to following.? 1.How to study mutual fund performance. 2.What are different types for example growth fund or reinvestment. Which one is better 3.At the moment which one is best option. 4.Some good web sites which will give reliable information on Mutual funds and how they are doing.
Should I invest in more than one mutual fund? Hi, I'm interested in investing in mutual fund from vanguard and was wondering if I should invest in more than one mutual fund. I've been reading up a lot about investing and need some opinions from users. I understand that diversification is the key, but does that includes mutual funds too or just stocks? because mutual funds already are a collection of various stocks and bonds. thanks in advance.
Which mutual fund advisors invest in their own mutual funds? I was wondering if there is a list anywhere of mutual funds, where the mutual fund advisor has a significant stake in the mutual fund that they advise? Often the 'investment advisors / fund manager' to a mutual fund have zero risk, they advise, and get a management fee as a % of net assets, irrespective of the actual performance of the fund. If the fund manager themselves owned large parts of the fund I would think they would be better aligned with mutual fund shareholders.
I want to start trading stocks and investing in mutual funds? I am trying to start investing in the stock market and investing in mutual funds but where and how do I buy them?
Mutual Fund? (Q1) Everybody talks about investing money in Mutual Fund. suppose, you want to invest some money in Mutual Fund (CLOSE ENDED for 3 years say) (say in HDFC Tax saving Mutual Fund). How you will be paid your return after 3 years ? does the Mutual Fund company AUTOMATICALLY sends your profit(if any) by cheque to your home address ? who pays the return(profit) ? i am confused, how one will get the return(profit) ? (Q2) Now suppose, suppose, you want to invest some money in Mutual Fund (OPEN ENDED i.e you can withdraw money at any time...right ?) . now, say you want to discontinue after 3 Months. what you have to do ? i have read ...you have to "sell the Mutual Fund" ....but selling to whom ? how do i get the customer to sell? is it necessary to sell ? if i dont sell but want to withdraw what will happen ? very much confused. ------------------------------------------- can you please clarify my some more doubts ? which is better mode of investment ? (1)with dividend or without dividend ? (2)close ended or open ended ? -------------------------------------- i have also read a fact , that suppose you invested some mone to a MF fund company. but the MF company ruined and could not survive....thats means, you are not getting any profit...right ? your money is gone....correct ? well ok....but the most stunning fact and dangerous thing i have read is that you have to sell your furnitures,TVs,Computers and other household things to pay off the MF company . because , they say,...you too have the liability as the company ruins so you also ruin. is this fact true ?
mutual fund??? what about tata new mutual fund?? what is the price per unit??? how much we can buy minimum unit?? shall i invest in tata mutual fund or any others????
Mutual fund? I will be soon a college student, in 2009. If I have some money, I will like to invest it in mutual fund in Vanguard. However, I think there would be a tax implication. I dont understand the tax thing. and there is many things that confuses me.
Investing in a Mutual Fund? In a few months I will turn 18. I've decided to invest in a mutual fund with Vanguard. I am unsure of opening an account as an Individual or ROTH IRA/ Trad IRA. I really want to save for my retirement in the future, but I am also afraid that I am need the money before I turn 59. Would it be possible if I open an both accounts? What are your ideas and recommendations for this? Thanks alot, Dat
Would you keep investing in a mutual fund even with the current market? The market is going down and experts are talking of a recession. Is it smart to keep my bi-monthly investments in a mutual fund or should I stop contributing right now? I definately do not plan on selling, but dont know if I should keep buying either. I am invested in Vanguard Star fund and will expect to use this money in about 8 years. Would a recession typically recover by then? The investing is in addition to a sizeable emergency fund and a retirement account I already have. I am not too emotionally tied but dont want to make any stupid moves either. I am 24 if that matters on a time horizon
i want to know about investing money to mutual fund.how it works.? I am a working girl,,so i want to invest my money to mutual fund..what is it? how it works? i want full detail information regarding it...tell me some name's of leading companies also. thank you.
Mutual Fund? Hi, I am interested in investing some money in “mutual fund”. But I have very little idea about it. There are many capital asset Management companies with number of schemes. How these schemes are different? What are thing to consider before going for any plan? And also Any good suggestion for indian market.
Is fund invested in mutual fund taxable? I had been suggested to invest in mutual fund coz here one can get better rate of interest than fund invested in fix deposit scheme, however someone told me that the capital amount, which means the entire fund invested by me in mutual fund is taxable when the fund will be maturing, which is not applicable when some one deposit an amount in fixed deposit scheme. I want to know is it true or false?
Selective Investing within a Mutual Fund... is it possile? I have recently purchased an index mutual fund (S&P 500). Everytime I buy shares I buy mini-shares in each of the 500 underlying companies. Is there an investment vehical out there that is similar to mutual funds but allows customization of assett allocation within the fund... for example, I realize for the mutual fund to be it has to have a set of stocks. That's fine, now lest say I don't agree with buying stocks from 3 of the 500 I have on my list... I would like to change my assett allocation to such so that zero dollars go to the 3 and the remaining is spread across the rest. I am not sure if ETFs would do this or not... so far I am unaware of how to do this without simply just buying stocks (but then the broker fees will crush me).
why is investing in mutual fund? may be safer than an individual stock investment..
Mutual fund? Does the mutual fund manager tell where he is investing our money? I mean the names of the companies
Mutual Funds / Investing Question, Please Assist? I have a range of money market accounts, Savings accounts, Bonds, etc... looking now to begin in the area of mutual funds. I'm looking a good, fully serviced, mutual fund that will be geared toward aggressive growth, with a minimun initial investment of about $1,000. Morningstar **** or ***** would be preferred. Looking help to find specific funds, not just companies that offer them. Any success stories welcome, any warnings/advice to what not to do is apprieciated as well. Thank you for your help, please answer sincerely. haha, by the lack of answers ill just assume im asking for to many specifics... if you know of ANY specific good mutual funds or want to share bad ones id appreiciate it. additionally, being new to the mutual fund market, when i see 1,5,10 year %'s of growth, is that referencing the average yearly return for that period of time?
investing in a mutual fund? I have three hundredn dollars say i invested in a mutal fund how much money will i get back. just a teen
What is the best option mutual fund or direct equity for investing in indian market and to get moderate return It is basically about investing, for a moderate risk taking investor like me is it advisable to go for mutual funds or direct equity in such a volatile indian market? For a time frame of 2 years and with approximate annual investment of 200000 can I expect a return of 20% per annum for nest 2 years?
seeking reliable rating services of mutual funds investing in non us stocks? seeking non us stock mutual funds last 3 and 5 years track records
Do u know of anyone who has been cheated or suffer loss on account of investing in Swiss Mutual Fund? If there is any body out there who has been cheated by Swiss Mutual Fund please make a report to the relevant authorities otherwise please do not talk through your nose and shut your mouth.
Good Book to read for Stock and Mutal Fund investing? Am looking for a decent book to get me started on buying/selling of stocks, bonds and mutual fund investing. I really don't have much experience in investing (apart from what I read in business magazines). I have so extra money in my savings that I want to invest, but would love to gain more experience before I throw the money down the drain. So please recommend any books you have read that would help a novice for investing. THANKS!
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