Horizons Swap ETFs: The Next Generation
It’s been a stressful few months for investors using the popular swap-based ETFs from Horizons. These funds have been available since 2011 and have attracted some $5.3 billion in assets because of the [...]
TD e-Series Funds: The Next Generation
For almost 20 years, the TD e-Series mutual funds have been one of the cheapest and easiest ways to build a Couch Potato portfolio. For most of that time they’ve gone about their business without much [...]
Trading ETFs Near Dividend Dates
In my most recent podcast, I addressed an excellent question from Philip, who asked, “Are there days when ETF investors should avoid trading?” Philip’s question has nothing to do with trying to time t [...]
What happens if I sell a fund before a distribution?
Many investors worry they'll be losing out if they sell a mutual fund or ETF right before it pays a distribution [MoneySense]
Beyond One-Stop ETF Shopping
The new asset allocation ETFs launched by Vanguard and iShares in 2018 have made it easier than ever for investors to build a low-cost balanced portfolio. If you want a globally diversified mix of 80% [...]
iShares Launches All-in-One ETF Portfolios
Back in February, writing about the newly launched Vanguard’s asset allocation ETFs, I asked why it had taken so long for someone to create an ETF version of the traditional balanced index mutual fund [...]
Should I favour dividend ETFs?
Mike wants to know whether dividend-focused ETFs are a good choice for retirees [MoneySense]
No-fee index funds: Is there a catch?
U.S. investors can now buy index mutual funds with 0% fees. Is the deal too good to be true? [MoneySense]
Which ETFs for an 18-year-old starting a TFSA?
Sam wants to helps his daughter set up a TFSA. How should he get started? [MoneySense]
Which bond ETFs are best for RRSPs?
A reader asks for help weighing her options for fixed income [MoneySense]