So far in 2025, the iShares MSCI EAFE Value ETF (BATS: EFV ) has significantly outperformed the SPDR S&P 500 ETF ( SPY ), delivering a total return of almost 33%, more than double that of the S&P 500-tracking ETF:I ventured into investing in high school in 2011, mainly in REITs, preferred stocks, and high-yield bonds, starting a fascination with markets and the economy that has not faded despite the years. More recently I have been combining long stock positions with covered calls and cash secured puts. I a ...