In Plus episode 456, we explore how to apply retirement spending rules when real estate properties will be sold during retirement. We consider the risks of investing in the iShares Floating Rate Treasury ETF (TFLO). We answer a question about the hoopla surrounding Treasury Inflation Protection Securities. Why has David not purchased a dedicated Latin America Emerging Markets Stock ETF. Update on the Templeton Global Income Fund (GIM). … [Read more...]
414 Plus: Emerging Markets Latin America Stocks, Bank Safety and Investing Lump Sums
In Plus episode 414, we review the current valuations of Latin American stocks, deconstruct historical performance, and develop estimates for returns over the next decade. We review ETFs for investing in Latin American stocks and consider the risks. We also review how to decide if a high-yield savings account at a bank is safe and how to be protected. Finally, we review investing a lump sum payment all at once or dollar cost averaging. … [Read more...]
370 Plus: Investing in Latin America Stocks, TIPS, and Single-Family Rental Homes
In Plus Episode 370, we review the inexpensive valuations for Latin American equities and what has driven the underperformance. We consider options for investing in Latin America and Brazil. We analyze the investment case for Treasury Inflation Protection Securities in the current interest rate environment. Finally, we analyze a single-family rental property on the Arrived Homes platform to determine if it is an attractive investment. … [Read more...]