Here’s a brief description of each ETF available in our ETF Model Portfolios™

1. iShares Core S&P 500 ETF (IVV): This ETF seeks to track the performance of the S&P 500 Index, which includes 500 of the largest U.S. companies. The underlying assets are stocks of large-cap U.S. companies, providing exposure to a broad range of industries. IVV is a core holding for investors looking to capture large-capitalization U.S. stock market performance. Click for Factsheet.

2. Vanguard Extended Market ETF (VXF): The VXF ETF tracks the performance of the S&P Completion Index, which includes thousands of U.S. stocks not part of the S&P 500. The underlying assets consist primarily of mid-cap and small-cap stocks, providing investors with exposure to companies that complement the large-cap holdings in the S&P 500.

3. Vanguard Total International Stock ETF (VXUS): VXUS provides exposure to a broad range of non-U.S. companies, including both developed and emerging markets. The underlying assets are international equities, which offer diversification beyond the U.S. markets and include a mix of large, mid, and small-cap stocks.

4. iShares Bitcoin Trust ETF (IBIT): This ETF is designed to provide investors with exposure to Bitcoin. The underlying asset is Bitcoin itself, held in a trust, allowing investors to gain exposure to this cryptocurrency without needing to manage it directly.

5. Vanguard Short-Term Bond ETF (BSV): The BSV ETF invests in short-term investment-grade U.S. bonds. The underlying assets are U.S. government and high-grade corporate debt, with an average maturity of 1 to 5 years. These bonds offer lower risk than longer-term, lower-quality bonds. Click for Factsheet.

6. iShares 0-5 Year TIPS Bond ETF (STIP): STIP focuses on U.S. Treasury Inflation-Protected Securities (TIPS) with 0-5 years maturities. The underlying assets are government bonds adjusted for inflation, providing protection against rising consumer prices while maintaining a short duration and less risk from rising interest rates.

7. iShares 0-3 Month Treasury ETF (SGOV): SGOV invests in U.S. Treasury bills with maturities of 0-3 months. The underlying assets are short-term U.S. government securities, offering minimal risk and serving as a safe haven for investors seeking stability and liquidity.

8. SPDR Gold MiniShares (GLDM): GLDM provides exposure to gold by holding physical gold in a trust. The underlying asset is gold bullion, offering investors a way to gain exposure to the price movements of gold without needing to physically own the metal, often used as a hedge against inflation or currency fluctuations.