A broker is a person or company that acts as a middleman between a buyer and a seller, helping them complete a transaction.
For example:
Stock broker: Helps you buy and sell stocks or other investments.
Real estate broker: Helps people buy, sell, or rent property.
Insurance broker: Helps customers compare and purchase insurance policies.
Mortgage broker: Connects borrowers with lenders to find a mortgage.
Brokers usually make money through a commission or fee for arranging the transaction.
In simple terms: You want to buy or sell something → the broker helps connect you with the other side and arrange the deal.
An ETF groups many assets together—like stocks, bonds, or commodities—into a single investment.
One ETF can track:
A stock index (like the S&P 500)
Bonds (like U.S. Treasuries such as the 10Y you follow)
Commodities (gold, oil)
Sectors (tech, energy)