Vanguard Growth ETF Portfolio (VGRO-T)

Investing time horizon is long, 10 years in this case. So that lets you take on a bit more risk. Though you'll find 10-year timeframes in the equity market that have delivered losses, that makes the balanced portfolio of stocks and bonds so important.

If you don't want fluctuations at all, there's always cash or a money market fund. But for this time horizon, consider using an ETF with growth potential. For a conservative investor, think about VGRO or VBAL. VGRO is more aggressive, at 80 stocks/20 bonds. VBAL is more balanced at 60/40.

VCNS is for the very conservative, mostly bonds with a bit of equity. It will still grow over time because of the equity allocation, but will be more stable. You could even mix in more bonds yourself. Consider working with a professional on this for a diversified portfolio.

It holds stocks and bonds. He bought it originally for conservative accounts, but sold it after 6 months because they didn't perform. The fund sold its winners to rebalance.

[Caller wanted a recommendation to invest very long term] HRAA has a component of risk parity in it. It will do well in a liquidity moment. VGRO is also very diversified. Put it away and let it work.

A good Vanguard ETF for bonds and stocks? VBAL and VGRO. VBAL is more balacned, and VGRO. Now, be more conservative so choose VBAL, but VGRO is better for growth. They both track North American stocks