I just received my Morningstar data software update and I thought I'd share some information on specific areas of the stock market by looking at performance for sectors during the 3rd quarter of 2011 and for the year thus far.  We'll also take a look at Read More...

An investor can buy stocks of individual companies or buy stocks via the purchase of stock mutual funds.  But which one is best?  Here are just a few reasons why mutual funds are best for the average investor: Read More...

What is the constant theme for investors throughout the third quarter of 2011?  Readers of About Mutual Funds only need to look over my newsletter topics and/or blog posts during the quarter to clearly see one overriding message Read More...

Many investors did better with bonds over the past decade than they did with stocks.  Looking back at the past several months, you might think bonds are still looking good, at least in comparison to stocks, for the next decade.  If you value Vanguard founder Jack Bogle's opinion, you might give greater consideration to stock mutual funds.  Why?  Read More...