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The Schwab US Dividend Equity ETF (NYSEMKT: SCHD) is an ideal choice for investors seeking passive income, in my opinion.

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Momentum is an especially strong market force. The average inflation-adjusted returns for U.S. large-cap stocks one year ...

Index Funds are solid investment vehicles that track major indices, offering broad exposure to the stock market. They are considered low-risk investment tools as they track broadly diversified indices ...

You can make a strong argument that buying the S&P 500 index is a good choice today, but maybe you should consider some value ...

Vanguard is one of the largest asset managers in the world, offering investors and advisors a lineup of 366 mutual funds and exchange-traded funds, or ETFs. But the firm's value extends beyond ...

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The S&P 500 (SNPINDEX: ^GSPC) is one of three major U.S. stock indexes, but it is viewed as the best benchmark for the overall market due to its scope and diversity. It covers 500 large companies, ...