Investing in index funds is not only the cheapest way to invest, but also the simplest. Calif. Brock used to try to beat the index by using other mutual funds and his own investing skills. Sometimes he succeeded. But most times he lost. Today, Brock, an index investor for 10 years, can t think of a better strategy even though markets are down.
Some experts agree.
Calif. Investors who want a no-fuss investment that offers decent returns over the long haul should get an index fund and go to sleep, Rother said. But not all advisers on the Register s mutual fund panel back that strategy. Calif. All of our experts, however, agree that stock index funds are best viewed as long-term investments. If you re thinking of investing in an index fund, forget beating benchmarks. Broad index funds are out to match the performance of the market.