This week January 27, 2018 on Money For the Rest of Us Plus, we analyze the historical and expected returns of emerging markets equity compared to U.S. stocks, and how changes in valuations have influenced their respective returns. We look at investing in commodities futures and why they are not in the model portfolios. We discuss "bond bear markets" and what has or will be done to the model portfolios in the face of rising interest rates. Finally, we review a member's portfolio to … [Read more...]
136 Plus: Emerging Market Bonds, Private Equity, Home Purchases and Household Debt
This week December 10, 2016 on Money For the Rest of Us Plus we look at emerging market bond investing in the current environment, we analyze a low minimum private equity fund of fund, explore current household debt balance and delinquency trends and discuss whether to get a home mortgage when purchasing a first home. Audio duration: 26:45 … [Read more...]
MNY106 Plus: National Debt, Solar Bonds, Permanent Portfolios, Emerging Markets and Dissecting A Portfolio
This week on Money For the Rest of Us Plus we cover a number of different topics. I address hyperinflation and the national debt. I also answer questions on emerging market stocks, solar bonds and international stock exposure when implementing a Permanent Portfolio. I also analyze a member's asset allocation in his retirement account to estimate the expected return and risk and compare it to one of the Hub's model portfolios. The episode length is 24 minutes. … [Read more...]
