3116: What You Should Know About Index Funds by Kumiko of The Budget Mom on Stock Market Investing

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Episode 3116:

Kumiko Love breaks down index funds in a simple, approachable way, showing how they can be a powerful, low-cost investment tool for long-term financial growth. With relatable explanations and clear comparisons, she empowers beginners to take confident steps toward building wealth through consistent investing.

Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.thebudgetmom.com/what-you-should-know-about-index-funds/

Quotes to ponder:

"Index funds are one of the easiest, low-cost ways to invest in the stock market."

"Rather than trying to beat the market, index funds aim to mirror it."

"Because index funds don’t require a fund manager to actively pick stocks, they usually have lower fees."

Episode references:

Fidelity - Index Funds: https://www.fidelity.com/mutual-funds/index-funds/overview

Investopedia - Index Fund Definition: https://www.investopedia.com/terms/i/indexfund.asp

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