Back-End Load
InvestingA sales charge paid when selling mutual fund shares, often decreasing over time to encourage long-term holding.
Example
Example: Consider an investor building a $100,000 portfolio. Back-End Load — a sales charge paid when selling mutual fund shares, often decreasing over time to — directly affects investment strategy and long-term returns. Getting this concept right can mean tens of thousands of dollars in difference over a 20-year period. Model your portfolio with our investment calculator.