By using the links below, you can start saving for your honeymoon.
It may be the right investment for you.
First, choose your mutual fund to invest in.
For example, the Vanguard 500 Index fund is a good choice if you’re looking to diversify your portfolio, but there are many other options.
Then, get started.
Here are some tools to help you get started:What do you need to get going?
You’ll need to invest a minimum of $1,500 (and if you want to invest more, you could add a $100,000 minimum) in a mutual fund.
That money will go towards paying off your bond(s) and paying down your mortgage(s).
If you want a lower-cost fund, consider investing in the Vanguard Dividend-Assured Fund (VBA).
The Vanguard Diversified Income Fund invests in a broad range of low-cost index funds.
For example, you might invest in an ETF like the SPDR S&P 500 ETF or the Russell 2000 ETF.
Alternatively, you may want to get into a mutual-fund ETF like Vanguard Total Stock Market Index Fund (VTMA).
For an additional $1 a month, you’ll get the benefits of using a low-fee index fund.
The funds are typically better value and lower fees than ETFs.
The mutual fund you want should also include a minimum dividend yield of 5% annually.
For a more in-depth look at mutual funds, check out the Vanguard ETFs section.
A mutual fund has to pay interest on all the money it invests.
That’s why it’s called a “fixed-rate” fund.
This means that you pay a monthly fee on your investment, and then have your money grow over time.
To invest in a fixed-rate fund, you need a balance of $2,500.
To make sure you don’t get caught short, your money needs to be invested in a fund with an average annual return of 7% or less.
For more information, check with the investment advisor.
Here’s how to get your money in shape:A mutual-finance portfolio can help you avoid paying a high monthly fee.
That means you can invest more and save more.
For instance, if you wanted to get a high-yield mutual fund, the average annual fee for that fund was 5.5%.
For a lower interest rate, it would be 2.5% for the same funds.
To buy a mutual investment fund, call a broker.
A broker will tell you how much you need and when you can buy it.
A good mutual fund should be a good deal for you and your family.
If you want your money to grow and get better, it may be a better investment than a stock fund.
Follow IGN’s Honeymoon Fund calculator to find out how much money you can save.
If you’re a family member, be sure to sign up for the SEC’s Financial Freedom and Accountability Report, which is available here.
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