In Plus episode 426, we analyze how to decide between 5-year TIPS or 5-year certificates of deposit. We explore how real estate investors defer taxes through 1031 exchanges and investing in Delaware Statuatory Trusts. Finally, we compare two higher risk strategies: A balanced portfolio of 3x leveraged ETFs or a return stacking strategy that combines stock and long-term bond exposure. Become a Member If you would like to listen to this episode of Money For the Rest of Us Plus, you … [Read more...]
398 Plus: Immediate Annuities, Mortality Credits, Leveraged ETFs, and Valuing Pensions
In Plus episode 398, we analyze how much immediate annuity payments have increased as interest rates have risen. We review why payouts on immediate annuities are higher than on a bond ladder. We consider why some leveraged ETFs and ETNs survive and others don't when markets decline. Finally, we look at whether pensions can be considered part of one's net worth, and how to value them. Become a Member If you would like to listen to this episode of Money For the Rest of Us Plus, you … [Read more...]
311: Did ETFs Pass the 2020 Market Collapse Stress Test?
How did ETFs function during the 2020 market sell-off and did the indexing bubble burst? which ETF structures failed the stress test and which passed? Topics covered include: Show Notes The Big Short’s Michael Burry Explains Why Index Funds Are Like Subprime CDOs by Reed Stevenson—Bloomberg ETF backers declare victory after ‘largest ever stress test’ by Robin Wigglesworth—Financial Times ETF growth is ‘in danger of devouring capitalism’ by Robin Wigglesworth—Financial … [Read more...]
