Chapter 2: Types of Index Funds
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Table of Content
Overview of Index Funds
- Brief introduction to what index funds are and their purpose in investment portfolios.
Types of Stock Index Funds
- Explanation of various stock index funds, including S&P 500, Total Stock Market, and international stock index funds.
Types of Bond Index Funds
- Overview of different bond index funds, such as Total Bond Market, Short-Term Bond, and Inflation-Protected Bond index funds.
Real Estate and Commodity Index Funds
- Introduction to index funds that track real estate and commodity markets.
Evaluating and Choosing Index Funds
- Tips on how to assess and select the right index fund for individual investment objectives and risk tolerance.