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Q: Thank you for your great service. I have read The Wealthy Barber and was wondering what your thoughts are on the 10% rule (i.e. investing 10% of your income) and if, as a 35 year old, dollar cost averaging into a mutual fund/etf is one of the best ways to save for my retirement? Could you recommend an etf that would be suitable for this investment strategy? Thank you.

Asked by Bill on April 22, 2025

5i Research Answer:

We would suggest perhaps a few, VIU, XIU and ZSP to get a mix of global, Canada and US exposure....

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