Someone asks: Would it probably be a safer play to go FXAIX (Fidelity 500 Index Fund) as opposed to FBGRX (Fidelity Blue Chip Growth Fund) since FXAIX covers multiple sectors? Tech seems kinda murky going forward. Also, I am wondering if anyone knows if you get paid any dividends through index funds? FBGRX and FXAIX … Read more
Someone asks: I’m looking at VTSAX on Fidelity, and it says there is a $75 transaction fee. Does this fee apply per transaction or just for the initial purchase of the fund? I’m trying to compare VTSAX and FSKAX to decide which one to invest in. FSKAX and VTSAX are mutual funds that invest in … Read more
Someone asks: I will likely do an ACAT to Fidelity. Anybody have experience with this process? What does Fidelity charge to transfer stocks? Will Fidelity cover the ACAT transfer fees? Fidelity Account Transfer (ACAT) Fee 2023 Fidelity does not charge a fee to move assets from another brokerage. However, your current institution may charge a … Read more
Lately, the Fidelity website has been very slow for me. I don’t know if anyone else has had a similar issue. The account summary and position pages take forever to load, possibly due to increased traffic and new investors. As a result of this problem, buying new stocks and selling existing positions is impossible. When … Read more
Someone asks: I am interested in adding some technology exposure to my portfolio. Which ETF would be a better choice: FTEC (Fidelity Information Technology Index ETF) or VGT (Information Technology Index Fund ETF Shares)? If you’re looking for a fund that offers the same exposure to technology stocks as VGT, then it’s worth considering Fidelity … Read more
If you’re looking to buy an index fund that tracks the entire stock market, there are two main options: VTI and FZROX. Both funds do a fantastic job of following broader markets. In this article, we’ll explain why FZROX is the alternative to Vanguard’s VTI. VTI: Vanguard Total Stock Market ETF VTI, short for Vanguard … Read more
VXUS is an international stock market ETF that provides broad exposure to overseas markets and eliminates currency risk. A similar option from Fidelity called FZILX offers all the same benefits but with no annual expense ratio—a savings of 0.07% annually per $10,000 invested compared to VXUS. Let’s look at how these two products differ, so … Read more
When it comes to ETFs tracking large-cap stocks, the two most popular options are the Vanguard S&P 500 ETF (VOO) and the Fidelity 500 Index Fund (FXAIX). Both funds offer low expense ratios and have performed similarly over the long term. However, there are some key differences between the two that investors should be aware … Read more
Choosing between SPAXX and FZFXX shouldn’t be difficult. These two are the most popular core positions on Fidelity. New investors frequently wonder which is preferable. There is an easy solution. Simply choose one and go with it. However, if you want to hear my reasoning, keep on reading. In this article, I will compare the … Read more
FXAIX and VFIAX are two of the most popular funds that track the S&P 500 Index. But which one is better? Let’s look at how each fund stacks up against the other and their fees and performance. FXAIX: Fidelity® 500 Index Fund The Fidelity® 500 Index Fund is a passively-managed index fund that invests in … Read more
