So youre ready tostart investing to build your nest egg.

Some of them are unavoidable, but it helps to know what youre getting into.

GOBankingRates lists a few common fees you might be able to avoid or at least reduce.

How to Build an Easy, Beginner ‘Set and Forget’ Investment Portfolio

Essentially, youre paying a third party to hold and manage your mutual fund investments.

He advises buying your mutual funds directly.

Trading Costs: These are fees charged by brokerage firms to buy or sell an investment.

Theyre also called commissions.

Its worth looking into for a quick assessment.

And to learn more about each throw in of fee, head to the link below.

5 Investing Fees Beginners Forget About| GOBankingRates

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