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Understand the difference between ETFs and mutual funds
VTI
Vanguard Total Stock Market ETF
Overview
Tracks the CRSP US Total Market Index, providing exposure to the entire U.S. stock market including small-, mid-, and large-cap growth and value stocks.
Cost & Efficiency
Top Holdings
Historical Performance
Past performance doesn't guarantee future results
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VTSAX
Vanguard Total Stock Market Index Fund Admiral Shares
Overview
MUTUAL FUND (not ETF): Tracks the CRSP US Total Market Index. Identical holdings to VTI but trades like a traditional mutual fund with different tax treatment, trading mechanics, and minimum investment.
Cost & Efficiency
Top Holdings
Historical Performance
Past performance doesn't guarantee future results
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ETF vs Mutual Fund
ETFs trade like stocks throughout the day at market prices, while mutual funds only trade once per day at a set price, with different tax implications and minimum investment requirements. Learn more about the differences →