Figuring out which funds to buy is overwhelming for even the most experienced investors – but as a beginner, it’s important to understand your options so you can make the right decisions. Funds editor Val Cipriani is in the studio with personal finance editor Holly McKechnie to break down the process.
First, the duo explains what a fund is, the three main types, and why they are a good option to kick-start your investment journey. Val then dives into the difference between stocks and bonds, while also helping you to understand risk tolerance and how to figure out what kind of investor you are or want to be.
Before rounding off, Val gets into the nitty-gritty of portfolio-building best practices. From keeping it manageable to controlling your costs, Val and Holly have you covered.
If you want to get started, you can check out our Top 50 funds here.
00:00 Intro
00:45 Why a fund is a good option for beginner investors
04:32 The different types of funds
13:30 How to build a portfolio and decide your asset allocation
17:36 Understanding active funds
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If you have any questions you’d like the duo to answer, email val.cipriani@ft.com or holly.mckechnie@ft.com
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