Bonds
A collection of 14 posts
When New Isn’t New
Two active bond ETFs are on the way, but you can already buy the mutual fund versions.
High-Yield Handoff
After 15 years, Wellington's Michael Hong steps away from High-Yield Corporate.
Tax-Free Income for All
FUNDS FOCUS — TAX-FREE BOND FUNDS | It’s been said that only death and taxes are certain. No investor can cheat death, but there are (legal) ways to avoid paying income taxes—and one is by owning municipal bonds. Fortunately for us, Vanguard’s municipal bond funds are among the best around.
Muni Bonds 101
There’s more to municipal bonds than just tax-free income. Before analyzing Vanguard’s tax-exempt bond funds—which are among the best around—let’s discuss the municipal bond market basics.
Bonds Beyond the Index
FUNDS FOCUS — SPECIALTY BOND FUNDS | You can earn more income by venturing beyond the “total bond market.” But with higher yields come greater risks—tread carefully and focus primarily on Vanguard’s junk and emerging markets bond funds.
Balancing Your Portfolio
FUNDS FOCUS — CORE TAXABLE BOND FUNFDS | Vanguard’s bond managers don’t get the recognition they deserve. And though Treasury bonds are looking better than they have in a long time, Vanguard’s actively managed corporate-heavy bond funds remain my top picks for the core of your balanced portfolio.