Money For the Rest of Us

More Ways to Lock in Higher Yields in Case Interest Rates Fall

Jan 31, 2024
The podcast discusses options for locking in higher yields, including the risks of buying long-term bonds, the impact of volatility drag on bond ETFs, and why interest rates won't necessarily go up when the government issues more bonds. They also explore CDs, fixed annuities, and zero-coupon bonds as alternative investment options. The episode highlights the performance of the iShares 20+ Year Treasury Bond ETF and discusses different investments and their limitations. Additionally, it covers zero-coupon bonds and the concept of tax equivalent yield and portfolio diversification.
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