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6 Best ESG ETFs for Responsible Investing (2 From Vanguard)

Last Updated: February 21, 2021 No Comments – 4 min. read

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Interest and investment in ESG ETFs has soared over the past couple years. Here we'll explore the 6 best ESG ETFs for a more responsible investment portfolio in . Introduction - What Is ESG Investing? ESG investing refers to investing in companies that exhibit favorable characteristics related to Environmental, Social, and Governance issues. Interchangeable terms … [Read more...] about 6 Best ESG ETFs for Responsible Investing (2 From Vanguard)

The Best Bond Funds Out There – 13 ETFs

Last Updated: March 31, 2021 No Comments – 3 min. read

Bond funds allow investors to get bond exposure without having to buy individual bonds. Here we'll look at the best bond funds to diversify your portfolio. Introduction Bonds are usually used as a diversifier, held alongside stocks to reduce portfolio volatility and risk. They can also provide steady, predictable income for retirees. I delved into bonds more … [Read more...] about The Best Bond Funds Out There – 13 ETFs

The 3 Best Preferred Stock ETFs (iShares, Invesco, & SPDR)

Last Updated: November 3, 2020 No Comments – 2 min. read

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Preferred stock shares typically trade some capital appreciation for higher dividend yields. Here we'll look at the best preferred stock ETFs. Introduction - Why Preferred Stock? Preferred stock shares - as opposed to common stock - have preferential claim to dividend distributions. Dividends are typically higher for preferred shares than for common shares, so … [Read more...] about The 3 Best Preferred Stock ETFs (iShares, Invesco, & SPDR)

The 3 Best TIPS ETFs To Protect Against Inflation

Last Updated: September 27, 2020 No Comments – 2 min. read

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TIPS (Treasury Inflation-Protected Securities) are treasury bonds linked to inflation. Here we'll look at the best TIPS ETFs. Introduction - Why TIPS? TIPS stands for Treasury Inflation-Protected Securities. These are treasury bonds issued by the U.S. government that are indexed to inflation, protecting investors from a decline in purchasing power of the U.S. … [Read more...] about The 3 Best TIPS ETFs To Protect Against Inflation

The 5 Best Long Term Bond ETFs (3 From Vanguard)

Last Updated: September 27, 2020 No Comments – 2 min. read

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Long term bonds offer greater risk and the potential for greater reward. Here we'll look at the best long term bond ETFs. Introduction - Why Long Term Bonds? Long term bonds are more risky than shorter-term bonds due to their higher exposure to inflation, credit, and interest rate risk. This increased risk is compensated, though, through higher returns and a … [Read more...] about The 5 Best Long Term Bond ETFs (3 From Vanguard)

The 5 Best Short Term Bond ETFs (3 From Vanguard)

Last Updated: September 27, 2020 No Comments – 2 min. read

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Short term bonds are great for retirees and risk-averse investors. Here we'll look at the best short-term bond ETFs. Introduction - Why Short Term Bonds? Short term bonds are less risky than longer-term bonds due to their lower exposure to inflation, credit, and interest rate risk. Short term bonds are popular among retirees and investors with a low risk … [Read more...] about The 5 Best Short Term Bond ETFs (3 From Vanguard)

The 3 Best Municipal Bond ETFs (1 From Vanguard) for 2021

Last Updated: January 7, 2021 No Comments – 2 min. read

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Municipal bonds offer tax-free interest and are beneficial for very high income earners. Here we'll look at the best municipal bond ETFs for . Introduction - Why Municipal Bonds? Municipal bonds, or munis, are bonds issued to investors by states and municipalities to pay for infrastructure and operating expenses. Muni bonds are popular among high income … [Read more...] about The 3 Best Municipal Bond ETFs (1 From Vanguard) for 2021

The 11 Best Treasury Bond ETFs (4 From Vanguard)

Last Updated: March 31, 2021 No Comments – 4 min. read

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Treasury bonds are the best tool for downside protection and volatility reduction in a diversified investment portfolio. Here we'll look at the best treasury bond ETFs. Introduction - Why Treasury Bonds? The federal government issue bonds to investors to pay for operating costs in running the country. Because they're guaranteed by the full faith and credit of … [Read more...] about The 11 Best Treasury Bond ETFs (4 From Vanguard)

The 5 Best High Yield Bond Funds for Income

Last Updated: November 15, 2020 No Comments – 3 min. read

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High yield bonds offer one of the best opportunities for regular income from interest payments for fixed income investors. Here we'll look at the best high yield bond funds. Introduction - Why High Yield Bonds? High yield bonds are lower credit quality corporate bonds. Because of this higher credit risk, these bonds pay the highest yields compared to higher-credit … [Read more...] about The 5 Best High Yield Bond Funds for Income

The 3 Best Corporate Bond ETFs (2 From Vanguard)

Last Updated: October 7, 2020 No Comments – 2 min. read

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Corporate bonds tend to pay higher yields than treasury bonds and are more popular for income investors. Here we'll look at the best corporate bond ETFs. Introduction - Why Corporate Bonds? Companies issue bonds to investors to pay for future projects and R&D because it's typically a cheaper stream of funding than bank loans. This corporate debt provides … [Read more...] about The 3 Best Corporate Bond ETFs (2 From Vanguard)

BND vs. AGG – Comparing 2 Popular US Total Bond Market ETFs

Last Updated: December 12, 2020 No Comments – 2 min. read

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Two of the most popular total U.S. bond market ETFs are the Vanguard Total Bond Market ETF (BND) and the iShares Core U.S. Aggregate Bond ETF (AGG). Let's compare them. BND vs. AGG - Methodology and Composition If you've landed here, you already know that bonds provide downside protection and volatility and risk reduction for diversified portfolios, and you … [Read more...] about BND vs. AGG – Comparing 2 Popular US Total Bond Market ETFs

The Best Vanguard Bond Funds – 11 Popular ETFs for 2021

Last Updated: March 31, 2021 No Comments – 4 min. read

Bond funds provide broad diversification to bond markets without the need for buying and rolling individual bonds. Vanguard has some of the lowest-cost, highest-liquidity bond funds around. Here we'll look at the best Vanguard bond funds for . In a hurry? Here's the list: BND - Vanguard Total Bond Market ETFBNDX - Vanguard Total International Bond ETFBNDW - Vanguard … [Read more...] about The Best Vanguard Bond Funds – 11 Popular ETFs for 2021

Why and How To Buy Bonds Online: A Guide for Beginners

Last Updated: March 31, 2021 2 Comments – 5 min. read

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Bonds are a critical part of a diversified investment portfolio alongside stocks, lowering volatility and risk. Here we'll explore what a bond is, why you'd want to invest in bonds, types of bonds, and how to buy bonds online. In a hurry? Here are the highlights: A bond is an instrument by which lenders/investors are paid periodic interest payments for providing a … [Read more...] about Why and How To Buy Bonds Online: A Guide for Beginners

Treasury Bonds vs. Corporate Bonds – The Showdown

Last Updated: April 1, 2021 5 Comments – 5 min. read

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Bonds are usually held in a portfolio with equities to reduce volatility and to offer downside protection against black swan events. Let's dive right into comparing treasury bonds vs. corporate bonds. Prefer video? Watch it here. In a hurry? Here are the highlights: Corporate bonds are more volatile than treasury bonds.Interest from treasury bonds is exempt from … [Read more...] about Treasury Bonds vs. Corporate Bonds – The Showdown

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