Index Funds: What Are They and When Should You Use Them?

Many investors may be familiar with index funds, but how do you decide if they are right for your portfolio, and when should you use them? In this week's Buckingham Perspectives, Chief Investment Officer Kevin Grogan provides an overview of index funds and dives deeper into their complexities, including the potential benefits, disadvantages and best practices when deciding between index funds and active investment strategies.

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