People basically make an investment, to earn money in the longer run. It is usually said that “One time investment should be a life long asset”. So when the investment part is being made it is extremely important to know where your money is going. No investment can be exactly termed as “safe” or “secured” in the exact sense, but that shouldn’t deter the prospects on gaining in on wealth. Mutual Fund Investments has always proved beneficial in amassing life long benefits financially.
A Mutual Fund is a channelised financial hub, usually governed by a third party that permits a group of investors to invest their money together with an objective. The mutual fund basically has a fund manager who undertakes the responsibility of investing the gathered amount into specific securities such as bonds and stocks. When you invest in a mutual fund, you basically buy portions or shares of that particular fund and accordingly you are entitled to become a shareholder. Mutual Fund Investments are considered to be the most cost-effective investment and are highly popular due to its diversification.
Diversification is the art of bi-furcating your financial investments and investing in various schemes such that when one investment is down you can always bank on the other for your dividends. The basic level of diversification is to buy multiple stocks rather than just one stock. Now to the promotional offers. Look it is very obvious that anyone who runs a business will definitely promote it aggressively and claim it to be the best. But there is a statement that is made after a promotion that reads "Mutual Funds Investments are subjected to market risks, kindly read the offer document before investing". The performance or output of a fund anyone invests in depends on the psychology of the fund manager. Different funds from various fund houses may perform differently because, though they have the same aim, there style of operation and priority levels are different. So, given a choice always choose a fund with a good and consistent track record. Always do some amounts of market research and a bit of discussion with associates who are into the investing part, if possible hire a professional so that he can guide you with the investments. The rest will be fine.
For Newbies, prior to investing, you should be having an Idea as to what stocks, funds and shares are and why are they invested upon. If you are still unclear, take up the help of a CA (Chartered accountant) or a financial adviser. Clear your basics first. Secondly the performance or output of a fund/stock anyone invests in, depends on the psychology of the fund manager. So, given a choice always choose the ones with a good and consistent track record. Always remember investments are made to garner good dividends, so be sure where ever you are investing, the dividends should come from. Even if the stock you are investing upon provides you slow but secured dividends you should go for it. There are many stocks in the market that provides you with high capital gains, but then they are extremely risky. So you being an amateur should try avoiding that. Learn the game first and then play it.
strivemark
Jul 15 2008, 04:02 AM
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verifiedtrading
Aug 25 2008, 11:29 PM
it may be very risky placing a large amount of money into one particular mutual fund instead you can place one portion into a money market fund, one portion into a capital appreciation fund, one portion into a fund that invests in international companies, one portion into an equity income fund, and maybe one portion into a short term bond fund.
it may be very risky placing a large amount of money into one particular mutual fund instead you can place one portion into a money market fund, one portion into a capital appreciation fund, one portion into a fund that invests in international companies, one portion into an equity income fund, and maybe one portion into a short term bond fund.
Exactly this is where the art of diversification comes into play. Whenever you go in for Mutual Fund Investments be sure that you select your assets (stocks,bonds,funds) and bifurcate your financial inputs wisely. The reason Mutual Funds fluctuate with the market conditions. If the market is on a rise the value of the fund rises and if the position of the market is on a decline the value of the fund also decreases. Hence if you invest in more than a single commodity and if one suffers a loss there lies every chance of you getting back your investment from the others. Hence you need to diversify on your assets once you are investing on Mutual Funds. For better results it is better that one consults a Fund Manger prior to investing in a stock as it is the Fund Manager who determines the performance of a fund in the longer run.
BizBlogged
Sep 27 2008, 02:36 AM
Mutual fund invest your money in a pool of stocks, So It minimizes the risk factor and It guarantee a better return comparing to stocks.
People basically make an investment, to earn money in the longer run. It is usually said that "One time investment should be a life long asset". So when the investment part is being made it is extremely important to know where your money is going. No investment can be exactly termed as "safe" or "secured" in the exact sense, but that shouldn’t deter the prospects on gaining in on wealth. Mutual Fund Investments has always proved beneficial in amassing life long benefits financially.
franklintempleton
Nov 10 2008, 12:34 AM
QUOTE (BizBlogged @ Sep 27 2008, 01:36 AM)
Mutual fund invest your money in a pool of stocks, So It minimizes the risk factor and It guarantee a better return comparing to stocks.
that's the reason why the demand for mutual funds have grown up rapidly.it does not contain any risk factor,the only thing investor has to do is to invest his money on mutual fund and sit back calmly.investors does not have to loose,it's always gain.
Any replies or suggestions are most welcome
kam11
Jan 27 2009, 10:59 AM
Diversification is the art of bi-furcating your financial investments and investing in various schemes such that when one investment is down you can always bank on the other for your dividends. The basic level of diversification is to buy multiple stocks rather than just one stock. Now to the promotional offers. Look it is very obvious that anyone who runs a business will definitely promote it aggressively and claim it to be the best. But there is a statement that is made after a promotion that reads "Mutual Funds Investments are subjected to market risks, kindly read the offer document before investing". The performance or output of a fund anyone invests in depends on the psychology of the fund manager. Different funds from various fund houses may perform differently because, though they have the same aim, there style of operation and priority levels are different. So, given a choice always choose a fund with a good and consistent track record. Always do some amounts of market research and a bit of discussion with associates who are into the investing part, if possible hire a professional so that he can guide you with the investments. The rest will be fine.
bigslash
Feb 3 2009, 08:42 AM
I think mutual funds are the best kind of investment, because you share the risk and also you earn better profits than investing alone, in the company I invest, there are great plans, among them a mutual fund, check it out!!! www.planetainvestment.com
hanzahar
Feb 7 2009, 07:29 AM
mutual funds?
I don't think it's a best way to save momney
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