Canadian Mutual Funds Handbook

Mutual funds offer investors a diverse portfolio in a single investment, which is critical in an uncertain economy. Although ideal for buyers who don’t want to tackle the stock market alone, mutual funds can still be intimidating, with a bewildering array of options. And now that foreign content regulations for RRSPs have been lifted, Canadians have even more choices. Mutual Fund Investing For Canadians For Dummies explains it all, from the basics -- what is a mutual fund? -- to the not-so-basic -- are index funds better than managed funds? Is my MER cutting into my ROI? With information on how mutual funds can be a vital and profitable component of everyone’s retirement plans and how they can help readers build their wealth inside their tax-free savings account, this friendly guide offers the principles Canadians need to know in order to be informed and successful mutual fund investors. "This book is easy and even fun to read. ... Mutual Fund Investing For Canadians For Dummies is worth the investment if you are looking to build a fund portfolio that suits your needs and will give you healthy, long-term returns." —Jeff Dupuis, money.canoe.ca

LEARN:: Canadian Mutual Funds for Beginners and Basic Guide for Canada Mutual Funds This edition is aimed at the individual investor who wants to understand mutual funds and make wise investment choices based on knowledge and understanding of the funds. It is written in easily understandable terms and gives a clear explanation of how the pieces fit together in the marketplace. Readers will come away with a detailed but practical working knowledge of the funds, at a minimum cost of time and frustration. INSIDE:: Canadian Mutual Funds for Beginners Book What are mutual funds? The structure of mutual funds Various types of mutual funds Setting up a mutual fund investment plan Risks and other factors to consider while investing in mutual funds Some wise financial moves Mutual fund regulations How to get started? Timely, detailed, and easy to read, Canadian Mutual Funds for Beginners Book belongs on the bookshelf of anyone who is new to investing or wants a broader understanding of the mutual funds market. Would You Like To Know More? Buy now and take your mutual funds knowledge to the next level.

Simple information on diversifying your investments with mutual funds With mutual funds, beginning and experienced investors can afford to invest in a wide range of securities by pooling their money with others’ and splitting the profits. Mutual Fund Investing For Canadians For Dummies helps you makes sense of these funds, start investing, and create a plan to meet your financial goals. With this easy-to-understand guide, you can weigh the pros and cons of mutual funds to decide if they’re right for you. Then follow step-by-step instructions for investing your money in reputable funds—with information specific to the Canadian market. Learn what mutual funds are and how they’re different from hand-picking your own stocks and bonds Understand the risks and benefits of mutual funds so you can determine whether they fit with your financial goals Make a solid investment plan and craft your fund portfolio Consider hedge funds and other managed options for rounding out your investment portfolio Mutual Fund Investing For Canadians For Dummies is great for beginner investors looking to learn more about the benefits of mutual funds and get up to speed on the latest information.

Break into the exciting Canadian market for exchange-traded funds Exchange-traded funds (ETFs) are an increasingly popular part of the investing landscape, being less volatile than individual stocks, cheaper than most mutual funds, and subject to minimal taxation. ETFs For Canadians For Dummies will guide you through the process of investing in ETFs in Canada, a smaller and sometimes riskier market. You’ll get the most up-to-date information on the ETF investing landscape, and we’ll help you figure out how to navigate the fast-changing marketplace. This book makes it all easy to understand, and offers updated info on the available ETFs, investment and tax laws, and market projections. Invest your money wisely in the Canadian ETF market Maximize your profits when you trade on the stock market Discover how investing in Canada is different from investing elsewhere Learn how to invest online with the latest apps and other tools This is the book for Canadian investors who want to diversify their investment portfolio and break into exchange traded funds. With the help of Dummies, anyone can learn to invest in ETFs.