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what do you know about ETFs and advantages over MFs? - mrbigstuff - 09-11-2014
This is not for me, BTW, but I'm trying to do some research relative to a non-profit. The temptation to switch MF investment is the lower fees attached to the ETF, apparently.
Re: what do you know about ETFs and advantages over MFs? - mattkime - 09-11-2014
all things being equal.....all things are equal.
i think it has more to do with extenuating circumstances such as what funds are available to hold in the accounts.
Re: what do you know about ETFs and advantages over MFs? - thermarest - 09-11-2014
I'm sure these things vary widely, but at Vanguard fees seem to be about the same. Can hardly argue with one-twentieth of a percent.
Expense Ratio
Total Stock Mkt Idx Adm 0.05%
Total Stock Market ETF 0.05%
https://personalp.vanguard.com/us/funds/snapshot?FundId=0585&FundIntExt=INT#tab=3
https://personal.vanguard.com/us/funds/snapshot?FundId=0970&FundIntExt=INT#tab=3
Re: what do you know about ETFs and advantages over MFs? - Tiki2000 - 09-11-2014
I believe the difference between the 2 in the Vanguard example is the MF 'value' changes once a day (at close of market). The ETF 'value' (hence price) changes contantly during the day similiar to a individual stock.