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Alternatives: What are they and how does Betterment use them?

Alternative investments were once limited to pension funds and institutional investors. New fund structures are changing that, and the conversation has reached 401(k) plans and target-date funds. Betterment recognizes their potential value in a diversified retirement portfolio, though we don't ...4 min read

Daphne ReinerInvestment Associate

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