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The Case for Indexed Annuities
Financial Planning These products may offer better returns than traditional fixed-income investments. But there are trade-offs.
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How to Play a Steeper Yield Curve
Investing for Income The first of the year was a downer for corporate bonds and real estate and utility shares. It was strong for floating-rate loan funds.
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Federal Debt: A Heavy Load
Economic Forecasts The debt continues to grow, but record-low interest rates could ease the long-term damage.
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Don’t Bank on the Safety of Bonds in a Pandemic
bonds Bond yields are too low to follow the old investing playbook. Here are some tips to restructure the bond side of your portfolio today.
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Remove Financial Worries from Retirement with a Do-It-Yourself Pension
annuities An annuity can yield guaranteed lifetime income — a private pension that can help you sleep at night.
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R.I.P. 60-40 Portfolio
Becoming an Investor The old standby allocation of 60% stocks and 40% government bonds might not work for buy-and-hold investors anymore.
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5 Investing Tips to Get Your Wealth Plan on Track
investing A number of pitfalls have conspired to make this one of the most difficult investing environments in years. Take the reins with these investing tips.
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Does a 40% Bond Allocation Make Sense in Today’s Portfolios?
retirement planning For many investors, the short answer is no. Here’s why, and what you might consider instead.
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How to Build a Bond Portfolio
Becoming an Investor No single bond (or even bond fund) can do it all. We'll help you match your goals with appropriate fixed-income picks.
Becoming an Investor
