Author: Michael Foster, Contrarian Outlook

Holding a nice mix of stocks, bonds and REITs, they offer an easy way to diversify across hundreds of assets all at once.

Take advantage of innovation, efficiency, and capital moves that power U.S. stocks ahead.

With a consistent and growing payout, it can play a crucial role in getting us to financial independence faster.

Trading at 4.7% below its portfolio value, investor demand is narrowing its discount.

They really can go a long way to helping us secure a safe retirement.