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Vanguard Index Investing Review


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Vanguard is an American investment firm founded in 1975 that aims to create low-cost investing for its clients. With no outside party investors, Vanguard is solely client owned and has managed over $4.3 trillion in global assets. Vanguard is headquartered in Valley Forge, Pennsylvania and offers asset management, investment advice, mutual funds, ETFs, and more.
 
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Vanguard Index Fund Characteristics

Fund Characteristics - 5 / 5

Vanguard aims to provide brokerage account holders investment flexibility. Trades of Vanguard brokerage accounts, including ETFs, stocks, and bonds, settle through a money market settlement fund which serves as the 'gatekeeper' in the investors' trades. Investors can add money to their settlement funds by linking their bank, loan, or credit union to their Vanguard accounts.
Types of Index Funds Offered
Russell 2000
Russell 1000
S&P 500
Russell 3000
Other
Minimum Investment
$3,000
Funding Options
Investors have the option of connecting their accounts with their bank account or former employee plan, or transferring funds from an outside financial institution.

Vanguard Index Fees

Fees - 5 / 5

Vanguard accounts have an average expense ratio of 0.11% and no transaction fees. All fees and charges are based upon mutual fund accounts. Prices and fees vary depend upon the type of account and amount of the account balance.
Management Fees
$20 annual fee (if balance is less than $10,000)
Trade Fees
$2 (minimum)
Other Fees
Vanguard Personal Advisor Services has an annual fee of 0.30% of assets. Purchase and redemption fees vary from 0.25% to 1% of the transaction amount. There is also a $10 fee for wire transfers.

Vanguard Index Financial Strength

Financial Strength - 5 / 5

Vanguard has maintained its financial well-being through its strategy of internal ownership. According to its Annual Financial Report, published June 2018, the firm has no outstanding contingent assets, liabilities or commitments and a low exposure to credit risk.
Moody's Financial Rating
A1
Total Assets Under Management
$6.8 trillion

Vanguard Index Reputation, Service, and Communication

Reputation, Service, and Communication - 5 / 5

Vanguard provides customer service during its business hours and offers 24-hour access to automated services. Vanguard also provides FAQs and resources via its website that are easily accessible to clients. Only a few complaints have been made about the firm to the Consumer Financial Protection Board, most of which involved problems with money transfers and customers who were confused or unable to find relevant disclosures."
Consumer Financial Protection Board (CFPB) Complaints
6
Customer Support Hours
8am-10pm (EST), weekdays
Modes of Communication
Phone
Email

Company Profile

Full Name
Vanguard Index Investing
Company Website
https://investor.vanguard.com/corporate-portal/
Headquarters
Valley Forge, PA, 19482
Mailing Address
P.O.Box 2600, Valley Forge, PA, 19482

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