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Such Attractive Yields in High-Grade Munis Are Rare and May Not Last Long
According to this munis expert, the last time munis were this cheap was a brief period in 2023. If you kicked yourself for missing out then, you have a second chance now.
By Paul Malloy
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Financial Analyst Sees a Bright Present for Municipal Bond Investors
High-tax-bracket investors have an excellent opportunity to secure low-volatility, high-quality returns at yield levels rarely seen in over a decade.
By Peter Aloisi, CFA® Charterholder
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Why I Think You Should Buy Stocks to Cope with Inflation
What's the best way to protect your investments when inflation rises and the value of the dollar falls? Surprisingly, the answer may lie in buying stocks.
By James K. Glassman
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How to Cash in Savings Bonds
savings Whether you bought savings bonds during inflation’s peak or have older bonds collecting dust, take these steps to cash them in.
By Ella Vincent
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8 Facts You Need to Know About Stock Market Corrections
Markets Scary as they are, drawdowns are a normal part of the investing process. Having a financial plan in place and sticking to it is every investor's best friend.
By Dan Burrows
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How Often Bear Markets Occur and 7 Other Facts About Them
investing Bear markets can be terrifying, but they're normal, inevitable and – most importantly – they don't last forever.
By Dan Burrows
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Remembering Bogle: A New Standard for Municipal Investing
Improvements in technology, data, systematic trading and risk analytics have led to more successful municipal indexing.
By Paul Malloy
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13 Smart Uses for Your Tax Refund
tax refunds If you have a refund check coming your way, consider using it to bolster your personal balance sheet.
By Carla Ayers
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GOP Eyes Taxes on Municipal Bond Interest: What You Need to Know
Tax Reform If the tax status of muni bonds changes, the impact on regular investors and state and local governments could be significant.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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