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Target Date funds are retirement mutual funds that have exploded in recent years. But not all funds with similar target dates have the same investment strategy.

Target Date funds are retirement mutual funds that have exploded in recent years. But not all funds with similar target dates have the same investment strategy.

The mutual fund expense ratio lowers mutual fund performance enough that investors should consider the benefits of investing in stocks and ETFs, but NOT mutual funds.

Market index funds have become very popular; but a closer look at their flaws should make investors question whether they are right for them?

Market index funds have become very popular; but a closer look at their flaws should make investors question whether they are right for them?

Mutual funds managers don't hold a candle to the hedge fund managers. They make TONS of money and its almost impossible to replicate.

Individual stocks and bonds, mutual funds, and ETFs are popular investment vehicles. But what is the best or optimal mix of investment vehicles for your portfolio?

Having cash on hand in an emergency fund is important, but there are other things you should have ready in case of emergency.

ETFs are constructed like funds in that they contain a collection of investments, but they trade like stocks. Can you build a portfolio using ETFs?

ETFs are constructed like funds in that they contain a collection of investments, but they trade like stocks. Can you build a portfolio using ETFs?

I decided to do a little research and educate myself on what the nuts and bolts of corporate class funds were. I wish I could say that I found a great investment opportunity, but unfortunately I'm fairly certain they are just another financial instrument cooked up the banking industry to separate you from your investment dollars.

I'm a huge fan of the Globe and Mail. I read it every day, and the finance section is usually full of good stuff including my boy Rob Carrick who has become a sort of Canadian guru in own right. We have even been featured in the online version of the publication on several occasions, so it is with extremely light feet that I tread on this topic of criticising one of their columns.

Private student loans may look tempting when you're trying to fund an education. But you need to understand the pros and cons to private student loans.

21st Century reality is that most of us live with some level of debt for most of our lives-how does that impact retirement planning?

I'm not someone who needs a new couch every few years. But that doesn't mean it's not important to you! And if it is, it should be in your budget!