Building a portfolio worth $1 million or more isn't easy, but the right investments can get you there with enough time and consistency. Investing in exchange-traded funds (ETFs) can help you make a lot of money with minimal effort.

A seemingly unstoppable flood of money has Vanguard Group Inc. on the brink of claiming a crown that State Street Corp. has held for decades.

Vanguard exchange-traded funds (ETFs) are a fantastic choice for retired investors looking to play the long game with their portfolios. Undoubtedly, Vanguard is a name that passive investors can put their trust in.

What's the easiest way to build a diversified portfolio? That's easy: Invest in exchange-traded funds (ETFs). Which fund manager offers the lowest-cost ETFs? That's not quite as easy, because there are several contenders.

Investment management firm Vanguard offers a variety of exchange-traded funds (ETFs) that allow investors to target a specific theme or sector at a low cost. With just 0.04% expense ratios, meaning $0.