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10 Retirement Investments That Don’t Involve Stocks, Bonds or Other Financial Products
Will Kenton on October 23, 2020
These are incredibly valuable investments, but they don’t always get talked about as much.
Should I Buy Inflation Bonds?
Stacy Johnson on February 11, 2019
Looking for protection against inflation? Look no further than Uncle Sam: When inflation goes up, I-bonds pay more.
Should I Invest in Bonds?
Stacy Johnson on May 21, 2018
When is the best time to invest in bonds or bond funds? Hint: This isn’t it.
Saturday School: Learn How Stocks Differ From Bonds
Money Talks News on January 26, 2018
Watch this video to learn about the differences between these two key financial instruments.
Saturday School – Learn How Interest Rate Moves Affect the Value of Your Bonds
Money Talks News on September 8, 2017
Learn why changes in interest rates can make your bonds more — or less — valuable on the open market.
Ask Stacy: Why Is My Bond Fund Losing Money?
Stacy Johnson on December 9, 2016
There’s no investment safer than U.S. Treasury bonds. But here’s something odd: You can lose money by investing in them. If you own a bond or a bond mutual fund, you really need to read this.
Savings Bonds Are Now as Popular as VCRs
Krystal Steinmetz on June 18, 2014
Once the go-to gift for birthdays and graduations, savings bonds appear to be facing extinction.
Furniture Buyers Beware: Bonded Leather Isn’t Actually Leather
Brandon Ballenger on July 1, 2013
Bonded leather furniture may look and even smell like real leather at a fraction of the price — but it may have very little real leather in it.
Ask Stacy: Should I Shun Stocks and Buy Bonds?
Michael Koretzky on October 21, 2010
Having no money in these volatile economic times is stressful – but so is having some money and not knowing where to invest it.
Using Savings Bonds as Tax-Free College Savings? 7 Things to Know First
Stacy Johnson on March 28, 2010
There are exceptions to nearly every rule. But the rule allowing you to earn tax-free interest on EE savings bonds when used for education seems to have more exceptions than most. Before you buy EE bonds for education, read this first!
Viewer Question: Emergency Savings: Bank Account or Savings Bonds?
Stacy Johnson on November 18, 2009
In an emergency, should you use the money in your savings account or cash in your savings bonds?
6 Safe and Smart Investments for Retirees
Chris Kissell on April 16, 2021
Work eventually ends, but expenses go on. Here are some ways to make money without too much risk.
Why Traditional Retirement Investing Is Broken
Stacy Johnson on April 15, 2021
Thanks to low interest rates, the 60/40 mix of stocks and bonds no longer works. What’s an investor to do?
12 Creative Ideas to Boost Your Financial Security for Retirement
Kathleen Coxwell on April 15, 2021
Learn how to generate passive income and other ways to shore up your retirement plans.
25 Things You Should Never Buy — and What to Buy Instead
Kentin Waits on March 30, 2021
If you really want to save money, become a more intentional shopper.
10 Groups Likely to Have Higher Taxes Under Biden
Karla Bowsher on March 24, 2021
The president’s and other Democrats’ plans for tax hikes would affect people with a wide range of incomes.
Typical Home Now Sells for Above the Listing Price
Chris Kissell on March 24, 2021
Does this mean we’re in a housing bubble?
Smart Ways to Invest Your Tax Refund in 2021
Arturo Conde on March 23, 2021
You know you should do something smart with the money, but what? Consider this.
8 Documents That Are Essential to Planning Your Estate
Marilyn Lewis on March 20, 2021
Do your loved ones a big favor: Get your affairs in order so you don’t leave survivors to face a legal mess.
10 Types of Retirement Income That Are Not Taxable
Brandon Ballenger on March 17, 2021
There are lots of things Uncle Sam can’t touch — so long as you play by the rules.
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