#259: Everything You Need to Know About ETFs

Following our interview with financial planner Dave Quinn, Mike and Anne Marie are back to dive into ETFs. As one of the most important first steps for any investor—and the easiest way to harness the power of compounding—ETFs are well worth a closer look. We cover brokerage options, ETF providers, types of ETFs, fee structures, and the impact of currency exchange. And yes, we hear you, Irish investors: deemed disposal unfairly eats into your gains. But we’re here to prepare you for the changes we hope to see in Budget 2026. This episode is perfect for beginners aiming to build a strong investing habit, as well as seasoned investors looking to strategically diversify their portfolios. Prophet, MyWallSt's latest investing service, is focused on delivering market-beating in less than 5 minutes a month. We are running a three-month free trial for our followers. No commitment, cancel anytime. Click here to grab your trial. Become a successful investor by checking out all the content MyWallSt has to offer: 📩 Email us: [email protected] 📚 Learn the fundamentals of investing by downloading our free Learn app: https://bit.ly/3DXPOz7 💻 Keep updated on stock market news by visiting our blog: https://mywallst.com/blog/ 🎧 Tune in to our podcast Stock Club to stay updated on weekly news: https://mywallst.com/stock-investment-podcast/ 🎉 Follow MyWallSt on social: 🐦 Twitter: @MyWallStHQ 💃 TikTok: @MyWallSt 📸 Instagram: @MyWallSt 🖥️ Facebook: @MyWallSt 👔 LinkedIn: MyWallSt 00:00 Intro 03:25 Introduction to ETFs 08:13 Choosing the Right ETF 13:45 Accumulating vs. Distributing ETFs 20:14 Boglehead Investing Strategy and Index Funds 23:30 Exploring Niche ETFs 30:45 ETFs Fees 36:00 Currency Exchange and Investment