& Fidelity : Often charge a transaction fee (sometimes up to $75 ) for Vanguard mutual funds because they offer competing in-house products.

To buy Vanguard mutual funds, you have two primary options: opening an account directly with or using a third-party brokerage like Fidelity , Charles Schwab, or E-Trade . 1. Directly Through Vanguard

You can buy Vanguard mutual funds through most major investment platforms, though they may charge additional fees that do not apply when buying from Vanguard directly. :

: Can be completed online in about 10 minutes by providing your Social Security number and bank routing information. 2. Through Other Brokerages

: Keep all your investments (stocks, non-Vanguard funds) in one place.