what do you know about ETFs and advantages over MFs?

[mrbigstuff]

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.

[mattkime]

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.

[thermarest]

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/...undId=0585&FundIntExt=INT#tab=3

https://personal.vanguard.com/us/funds/s...undId=0970&FundIntExt=INT#tab=3

[Tiki2000]

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.