A seemingly unstoppable flood of money has Vanguard Group Inc. on the brink of claiming a crown that State Street Corp. has held for decades.

Distinct differences The simplest way to understand the differences between the Vanguard Growth ETF and the Vanguard Value ETF is to know what each fund comprises and how that composition stacks up against the Vanguard S&P 500 ETF (NYSEMKT: VOO),

Vanguard exchange-traded funds (ETFs) are a fantastic choice for retired investors looking to play the long game with their portfolios. Undoubtedly, Vanguard is a name that passive investors can put their trust in.

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Having one or two go-to ETFs to invest in every month can make investing a breeze and save you a lot of time. The key is, however, to find some solid ETFs you can trust and feel confident about, knowing that you're putting your money into the best fund suited for your strategy.