4 Mistakes to Avoid When Building an ETF Portfolio

Published: October 9, 2025

Market Perspectives +    11 minutes = Current Insights

ETFs are a popular investment choice, but building a portfolio made up of only ETFs isn't always as simple as it seems. From jumping on the latest trends, to over diversifying, there are common pitfalls investors can fall into which make it essential to know what to watch out for and how to build smarter, stronger portfolios.

Join Isabela Sagan, Manager, ETF Business Development, TD Asset Management Inc. (TDAM), and Alex Gorewicz, Vice President & Director, Active Fixed Income Portfolio Management, TDAM, as they break down the four biggest mistakes investors make when creating an ETF-only portfolio.

Highlights include:

  • How to choose the right ETF (1:45)
  • A look under the hood: what to watch out for (4:20)
  • Understanding the cost of an ETF (7:05)
  • Knowing if you are truly diversified (10:20)

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