Fidelity Increases Transaction Fees for Vanguard Mutual Funds

On August 12, 2024, Fidelity Investments implemented a significant change to its transaction fee structure, impacting investors who trade mutual funds from the Vanguard and Dodge & Cox fund families. The online trading fee for purchasing these funds has increased from $75 to $100 per transaction. What’s Changed? Previously, the online transaction fee for purchasing … Read more

Fidelity Trust vs. Estate Account – My Story

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I’ve been trying to figure out the difference between a Fidelity Trust account and an Estate brokerage account. Even after chatting with a Fidelity rep, things still seemed a bit unclear. So, let me share my own experiences to help you get a handle on this financial puzzle. Fidelity Trust Account: What Is It? A … Read more

Vanguard vs. Fidelity: Picking the Best Brokerage (2023)

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When my wife and I decided to open a Roth IRA, we faced the classic choice: Vanguard or Fidelity. I’d like to share my experiences and give insights into these two giants in the investment world. Platform Comparison For me, the decision initially felt like choosing a favorite color. I settled on Vanguard for its … Read more

Why Is Fidelity Withholding My Taxes? (Quick Fix!)

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If you’re a US citizen and find yourself subjected to backup withholding on your Fidelity account, there’s a straightforward process to address this issue. Backup withholding is typically imposed by the IRS if there’s an issue with your Social Security Number (SSN) or Taxpayer Identification Number (TIN) certification, such as a name mismatch due to … Read more

Dave Ramsey Fidelity Mutual Funds Strategy (Backtested)

Before building a portfolio based on Dave Ramsey’s investing strategy, you must decide which mutual funds to include. Assuming you have an account with Fidelity Investments, we have that list handy. Dave recommends spreading your investments evenly among the four categories listed below: Fidelity has a large selection of mutual funds that meet Dave Ramsey’s … Read more

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