Wondering what is a mutual fund? This guide breaks down the benefits and drawbacks to help you decide if mutual funds are the ...

A mutual fund allows you to pool your money with other investors to buy stocks, bonds and other securities. Because mutual funds typically involve a larger number of asset types, they diversify ...

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