The Easiest Way to Invest
Index funds offer instant diversification with minimal effort and low costs.
What is an Index Fund?
An index fund is a type of investment that tracks a specific market index, like the S&P 500. Instead of picking individual stocks, you own a piece of the entire index.
Benefits of Index Funds
- Diversification: Own hundreds of companies instantly
- Low Costs: Much cheaper than actively managed funds
- Simplicity: No need to research individual stocks
- Historical Performance: Most active managers fail to beat indexes
Popular Index Funds
Look for funds tracking the S&P 500, Total Stock Market, or Total International. Many brokers offer their own low-cost options.