No-load mutual funds are great tools for long-term investors who want to maximize their returns by reducing fees. We’ve selected the six best ones for 2024.

A no-load mutual fund comes without transaction costs, leaving more money in the fund to work for the investor. Learn more about what a "load" covers and the benefits of no-load funds.

To understand the math, let’s assume an investor wants to invest $1000 in a mutual fund that has a 5% entry and exit load. Then, $950 ($1000-$50 [5% of $1000]) is left with the mutual fund house ...

The Kiplinger 25 is a list of our favorite no-load mutual funds. We favor funds run by seasoned managers who take a long view and have proved themselves able to weather many a storm.

Why, the oh-so-wise broker who steered you into the fund. You don't benefit at all - in fact, usually quite the opposite. Say you're looking at a fund with a 4.5% load.

To understand the math, let’s assume an investor wants to invest$1000 in a mutual fund that has a 5% entry and exit load. Then, $950 [$1000-$50 (5% of $1000)] is left with the mutual fund house ...

It's hard to ask for more from a no-load mutual fund – though you will need to meet the $3,000 minimum initial investment to start investing. 7 Best REIT ETFs to Buy for 2025.

Thanks to the popularity of no-load funds, the average expense ratio for mutual funds has been steadily declining over the past three decades, per a report from the Investment Company Institute.