Choosing the right fund for your financial goals can be a daunting task. Use these tips to help find a great match.

To avoid costly mutual funds, learn to spot red flags, prioritize low fees (<1.59%), and focus on quality holdings for smarter investments. See more here.

The benefits of mutual funds include professional management and built-in diversification. However, mutual fund fees can be high in some cases, though the best mutual funds charge much less.

Returns are not the whole picture. When most investors are shopping for mutual funds, the first number they consider is the prior return percentage. While this is an important met ...

NEW YORK -- While mutual funds are a staple of many 401 (k) and other retirement plans, exchange-traded funds are likely to become serious competitors in the coming years.

Vanguard on Monday announced reductions to the management fees of 87 investment funds, reportedly the largest such cuts in company history.

To find the best mutual funds for your portfolio, you'll want to decide what type of funds match your goals, choose a brokerage account and research your options, being careful to consider fees.

The quality of a mutual fund’s holdings is crucial; poor holdings can negate the benefits of low fees. Read more to see my thoughts.

The benefits of mutual funds include professional management and built-in diversification. However, mutual fund fees can be high in some cases, though the best mutual funds charge much less.