The persistent gap between the returns investors experienced and reported total returns makes market timing one of the most significant factors—along with investment costs and tax efficiency—that can influence an investor's end results. 

In our latest Mind the Gap research report, we dig into these nuances and explore how differences in the timing of cash flows, sequence of returns, and asset size can impact this gap. In addition, our research offers actionable tips on how investors can avoid these gaps and capture more of their fund holdings’ total returns. 

What's Inside: 

• How returns break down across asset classes 

• How return gaps trend over time across categories 

• The impact of dollar-cost averaging — or investing a set dollar amount — on a regular schedule