From Money Crashers:
Is your mutual fund advisor stringing you along with a lie? Are you getting the facts, or a skillfully staged show full of smoke, mirrors, and misdirection?
If you decide to invest in mutual funds, it's very important to do your research and not blindly follow your advisor's advice and claims.
Here are some of the most common myths and questionable practices surrounding mutual funds, and how you can combat them.
Mutual Fund Myths
1. "Mutual funds perform better than stocks since they are…"
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