Ep 44: How Bonds Work: What Retirees Need To Know
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Bonds have been a pretty hot topic this year. And, oftentimes, people misunderstand how they work and what role they play in a proper financial plan. On today’s show, we’re addressing some of the misinformation and explaining why this has not been a good year for bonds.
A lot of people consider bonds to be the safe and conservative part of their portfolio. But is that the right mindset?
In this episode, we’ll share:
- What are bonds, and how do they work? (2:02)
- How are bond funds different from owning individual bonds? (5:43)
- How are intermediate term bonds doing this year? (16:11)
Call Michael at 702-767-4897 with any of your questions or email michael.schulte@westpacwealth.com.
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