Jem5: US High Yield Bond Funds

The high yield sector has been one of the strongest asset class performers since the 2008 crisis. This week's Jem5 looks at the top US High Yield Bond Funds.

Five Reasons to Love Index Funds

Index funds do nothing more than try match the market. But when it comes to long-term investment success, index funds work. Here are 5 reasons why.

Is it time to move into commodities?

Investors should be aware of the different ways to add commodities exposure to a diversified portfolio and why they should be considering this strategy now.

Jem5: Top Defensive Funds (Staples, Utilities, Healthcare)

With turmoil raging in the middle east and oil prices on a hair trigger, this week's Jem5 takes a look at our top mutual fund ratings for defensive funds.

How to choose a 529 College Savings Plan

This article explores some key considerations when choosing a 529 plan while also explaining some basic concepts of this often overlooked college savings tool.

Jem5 US Large Cap Funds vs JP Morgan Funds

This week we take a look at how JP Morgan's large cap funds match up to the top-rated Jem5 funds in this category.

Investing For College: How Much Risk Should You Take?

College savings through a tax-favored 529 account is an effective way to save for rising tuition costs. But be aware of the risks and monitor your plan closely.

Jem5: High-Performance Funds

In certain circumstances, some investors may have a willingness to take on as much risk as necessary to achieve the highest potential returns. With that in mind, this week’s Jem5 looks at top rated high-performance funds.
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Jem5: Diversified International Funds

In this week's Jem5, we take a look at our mutual fund ratings for diversified international funds.