Exchange-Traded Funds For Dummies by Russell Wild (PDF)

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The fast and easy way to get a handle on ETFsExchange-traded funds (ETFs) have a strong foothold in the marketplace, because they are less volatile than individual stocks, cheaper than most mutual funds, and subject to minimal taxation. But how do you use thisfinancial product to diversify your investments in today’s fast-growing and ever-changing market?Exchange-Traded Funds For Dummies shows you in plain English how to weigh your options and pick the exchange-traded fund that’s right for you. It tells you everything you need to know about building a lean, mean portfolio and optimizing your profits. Plus, this updated edition covers all of the newest ETF products, providers, and strategies, as well as Commodity ETFs, Style ETFs, Country ETFs, and Inverse ETFs.Create the stock (equity) side of your portfolioHandle risk control, diversification, and modern portfolio theoryManage small, large, sector, and international investmentsAdd bonds, REITs, and other ETFsInvest smartly in precious metalsWork non-ETFs into your investment mixRevamp your portfolio to fit life changesFund your retirement yearsPlus, you’ll get answers to commonly asked questions about ETFs and advice on how to avoid mistakes that many investors—even the experienced ones—make. It provides forecasts of the future for ETFs and personal spending and also provides a complete list of ETFs and Web resources to assist your investment. With Exchange-Traded Funds For Dummies, you’ll soon discover what makes ETFs the hottest investment on the market.

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Editorial Reviews: From the Inside Flap The fast and easy way to get a handle on ETFsPlaying with money can be hazardous to your wealth, so how can you use ETFs to diversify your investments without losing your cash and your cool? Exchange-Traded Funds For Dummies, 2nd Edition shows you in plain English how to weigh your options and confidently pick the ETFs that are right for you to build a lean, mean portfolio and optimize your profits. So what are you waiting for?The ABCs of ETFs — find out everything from what makes ETFs so sleek and economical to what goes into actually buying, holding, and selling themDon’t put all your eggs in one basket — discover how to mix and match your stock ETFs to build a diversified portfolio that will serve you well in both good times and badPut the “I” in diversification — meet a bevy of bond, real estate, and commodity ETFs you can massage into your portfolio for maximum diversificationSample the menu — take a look at sample portfolios and find one that fits like a glove, or tinker around and make one that suits your personal tastes, preferences, and goalsFind your zen — every good portfolio needs a cool head and steady hands to maintain and tweak it, and that’s just what you’ll learn to doOpen the book and find:The differences between ETFs and mutual fundsThe ETF players: Who creates, sells, and manages the fundsRisk control, diversification, and other things you need to knowLots of options for investing in stocks of small, large, growth, and value companiesAdvice for adding international investments to your mixETFs that allow you to invest in industry sectorsTen mistakes most investors (even smart ones) makeLearn to:Navigate the ETF marketplaceMake informed investmentsGrasp the latest ETF products, providers, and strategies From the Back Cover The fast and easy way to get a handle on ETFsPlaying with money can be hazardous to your wealth, so how can you use ETFs to diversify your investments without losing your cash and your cool? Exchange-Traded Funds For Dummies, 2nd Edition shows you in plain English how to weigh your options and confidently pick the ETFs that are right for you to build a lean, mean portfolio and optimize your profits. So what are you waiting for?The ABCs of ETFs — find out everything from what makes ETFs so sleek and economical to what goes into actually buying, holding, and selling themDon’t put all your eggs in one basket — discover how to mix and match your stock ETFs to build a diversified portfolio that will serve you well in both good times and badPut the “I” in diversification — meet a bevy of bond, real estate, and commodity ETFs you can massage into your portfolio for maximum diversificationSample the menu — take a look at sample portfolios and find one that fits like a glove, or tinker around and make one that suits your personal tastes, preferences, and goalsFind your zen — every good portfolio needs a cool head and steady hands to maintain and tweak it, and that’s just what you’ll learn to doOpen the book and find:The differences between ETFs and mutual fundsThe ETF players: Who creates, sells, and manages the fundsRisk control, diversification, and other things you need to knowLots of options for investing in stocks of small, large, growth, and value companiesAdvice for adding international investments to your mixETFs that allow you to invest in industry sectorsTen mistakes most investors (even smart ones) makeLearn to:Navigate the ETF marketplaceMake informed investmentsGrasp the latest ETF products, providers, and strategies About the Author Russell Wild, MBA, is a NAPFA-certified financial advisor and principal of Global Portfolios, an investment advisory firm. His writing has appeared in many national magazines and numerous professional journals. He is also the author of Bond Investing For Dummies and Index Investing For Dummies. Read more

Reviews from Amazon users which were colected at the time this book was published on the website:

⭐This book (I have both the Kindle and Paper Back) is my new buddy. I actually take it with me to Starbucks , to bed, to chit chats with my buddies…..but more importantly is why?This ETF for Dummies is John Bogle’s “Common Sense Investing” and Benjamin Graham’s “Intelligent Investing” synthesized into one enjoyable read plus much much more!!The other reviews describe the details. I simply like THE STYLE of presentation! The book is like having the stock broker on the phone when ever I wish , when I need guidance or a definition or an explanation as to the strategy and vocabulary of Wall Street. Russell writes as if it is a phone conversation with his client. The best part is there is NO HUSTLE. There definitely is with my Broker. So I look things up , get solid portfolio plans and options and I can call him back by lifting up the book and looking at the glossary, index or table of contents to get back in conversation with Russell.Russell tells me , hey , you want to get complicated here is where to look. Complicated is not in this book , but you have all the references to get further details clearly printed in this book.The Kindle Edition allows me to immediately go to sites on the web he is referencing or even to ETF’s I wish to look up while I am reading, without going over to my computer. Way Cool!!!

⭐I recently inherited $70k and have been trying to figure out what to do with it. The information in this book has been very helpful to me in learning more about Exchange Traded Funds. Not only is the book educational, but it is very practical. The author makes a very compelling argument for investing in ETFs. The For Dummies books are very, very underrated in my opinion. It is worth a look.

⭐This is a good read for those interested in ETFs. It covers the background and context a potential investor needs to understand the pros/cons of Exchange Traded Funds versus other investment vehicles like mutual funds or stocks. Dummies is very well presented and includes a number of options to put together various portfolios based on investor interest/life stage. Very good review of the players, history and differences among the rapidly expanding ETF world. VERY importantly the author spells out for even novice consumers what to look for in cost structure so they can understand how NOT to be taken advantage of – which can happen easily in the financial world.

⭐For someone, without a lot of knowledge about investing, this book was great! Wild did recommend Investing for Dummies be read first and I did that – it was very helpful as well. If you want to take charge of your investments and stop paying crazy high management fees to ‘financial planners’ that are nothing more than sales people – I have had two such financial planners – then this book is for you. I am Canadian, so I am now reading Wild’s Canadian version of the book. It was not out when I read this book, or I would have simply read the Canadian version. Be prepared to do a lot of work and really think about this book while you are reading it – for me it was not a book that I read before bed – it was more a book that I read with pen and paper in hand. But it is well worth it!

⭐Wild is an entertaining writer and he covers the subject very well. He shows how an individual can hold a diversified portfolio with a handful of ETFs. Index ETFs also have very low expense ratios. Actively managed funds often cost between 1% and 2% per year while some ETFs have a cost of 1/20%! It seems to me that ETFs are going to become more popular with individual investors year after year. It is a good idea to become familiar with them. The times they are a chaingin’.

⭐Good overview of “how to” develop a diversified portfolio (equities and fixed income securities) using ETF’s. I believe the information supplied allows the development of good self managed investment portfolio – equaled to a paid portfolio manager without the >1% fee.

⭐It’s a quick and easy to understand read. I feel much more confident about investing in ETFs, both equity and bond. After reading this book, provided you agree with Russell’s investing advice, you’ll have a good knowledge base to build your portfolio using ETFs. I just bought the Bonds for Dummies book to complement this one, and so far it’s been a good read as well.

⭐I think the book deserves 4.5 stars but one pet peeve about the book is when the author states, “Russell’s review” referring to himself in the third person. The first time I read “Russell’s” recommendations, etc.. I thought he was referring to the Russell Index. It would be better if he just stated, “I would recommend” or “This is my review”,… Other than that, it was a good book.

⭐An easy read (not too technical) and quite a good introduction to ETFs but far too US-centric to be of much use to UK investors beyond that. Many of the products discussed are only available to US investors and the book takes too much account of US tax law which is irrelevant on this side of the pond! Does give a useful overview though of portfolio planning for different scenarios, which is of fairly general interest.

⭐Really useful in description and explanation of products

⭐A solid, informative and interesting guide to all things ETF, and quite a few other things as well. My only wish is for a more international perspective for those of us outside the USA who have never heard of a 401k..

⭐I’m from Canada but purchased the book anyway, some of the book explains tax implications and strategies but I could easy relate it to our taxes here in North.Well done and empowering… Everyone should have ETF’s in their portfolio’s.

⭐This book opened my mind about ETF using simple words and exemples. The author gives exemples of important players of the sector wich is essential for begginers have a start. I recommend.

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