Money For the Rest of Us Bond Investing Masterclass Bonus Episode
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Aug 30, 2023 This bonus episode is a masterclass on bond investing. They discuss measures of bond yields, estimating returns for bond funds, and a bond type with a U.S. government guarantee. They also explore the challenges of the current rate environment, the relationship between bond prices and yields, and the impact of changing interest rates on bond investments. Additionally, they discuss the role of the Federal Home Loan Banks in the mortgage market and their implied guarantee from the U.S. government.
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Introduction
00:00 • 3min
Challenges in the Current Rate Environment and the Concept of Trailing 12-month Yield
03:09 • 5min
Bond Prices, Yields, and SEC Yield
08:15 • 5min
Understanding Duration and its Impact on Bond Returns
13:36 • 7min
Understanding the Impact of Changing Interest Rates on Bond Investments and Introducing Fine Art as an Alternative Investment
21:04 • 3min
The Role of the Federal Home Loan Banks (FHLB) in the Mortgage Market
23:35 • 11min