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Bond Ratings and What They Mean
investing Bond ratings assess the creditworthiness of your bond issuer, can help limit your risk of default and maximize yield.
By Donna LeValley Last updated
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Bond Basics: Municipals
investing The higher your tax bracket, the more you'll benefit from these bonds issued by state and local agencies.
By Donna LeValley Last updated
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Bond Basics: How to Reduce the Risks
investing Bonds have risks you won't find in other types of investments. Find out how to spot risky bonds and how to avoid them.
By the editors of Kiplinger's Personal Finance Published
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Why Bonds Belong in Your Portfolio
bonds Intermediate rates will probably rise another two or three points in the next few years, making bond yields more attractive.
By James K. Glassman Published
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ESG Gives Russia the Cold Shoulder, Too
ESG MSCI jumped on the Russia dogpile this week, reducing the country's ESG government rating to the lowest possible level.
By Ellen Kennedy Published
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Want to Beat Boring CDs? Munis Can Be a Conservative Way to Increase Yield
retirement Municipal bonds come with some risks that bank CDs don't, but there are ways to minimize them while still getting a better return. Plus, the interest you earn is tax free, and who doesn't love that?
By Mike Piershale, ChFC Published
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Junk Bond Funds Don't Belong in Long-Term Portfolios
investing High-yield bond funds are delivering more bang for the buck these days, but safety-minded investors can't overlook the risk that comes along with them.
By Lorraine Ell, CEO Published
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9 High-Quality Dividend Stocks Yielding 5% or More
stocks Dividend safety is a core element of conservative income investing and selecting dividend stocks.
By Brian Bollinger Published
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Pension Possibilities: IRA Rollover? Buy an Annuity? Or Take the Payout?
Employee Benefits Making your decision on the type of payout you receive in retirement requires considering these four factors.
By Carlos Dias Jr., Wealth Adviser Published
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