In Plus episode 558, David provides a short update on the SpaceX IPO, he reviews his income strategy holdings, and considers whether now is a good entry point for equity REITs, preferred stock, option income, and managed futures. Finally, we discuss a recent piece on energy optionality that was written mostly using AI and whether that detracted from the piece's credibility. Become a Member If you would like to listen to this episode of Money For the Rest of Us Plus, you can do so by … [Read more...]
554 Plus: New AAA CLO Options, Mortgage REIT Preferreds, and New Ether and Solana Staking ETFs
In Plus episode 544, we analyze the Reckoner suite of AAA ETFs that includes a version that eliminates ordinary income tax. We also revisit mortgage REIT preferreds and find a more attractive AGNC REIT preferred than the one David owns. Finally, we review new options for earning yield by holding Ether and Solana ETFs. Become a Member If you would like to listen to this episode of Money For the Rest of Us Plus, you can do so by becoming a Money For the Rest of Us Plus … [Read more...]
529 Plus: Annual Reports, Baby Bonds, and CLO Equity
In Plus episode 529, we discuss whether it is worth reading the annual reports of funds and ETFs. We contrast investing in baby bonds versus preferred stock. Finally, we examine the investment in CLO equity-focused closed-end funds. Become a Member If you would like to listen to this episode of Money For the Rest of Us Plus, you can do so by becoming a Money For the Rest of Us Plus member. Learn More About Membership Options » 529 Plus Investments Mentioned Eagle … [Read more...]
464 Plus: Floating Rate Treasuries, Actively Managed Preferred Stock, Valuing Assets, and Individual Country ETFs
In Plus episode 464, we review how floating rate U.S. Treasury bonds are structured and why the iShares Floating Rate Treasury Bond ETF (TFLO) has a tiny bit of volatility compared to a money market mutual fund. Why different preferred stock issues from the same issuer have different yields. We discuss actively managed preferred stock strategies. Can we use the same methodology to value income-producing and non-income-producing assets? Do we need to invest in individual country ETFs to … [Read more...]
461 Plus: Updated Expected Returns, Index Rebalancing, and Portfolio Questions
In Plus episode 461, we review the changes to the Money for the Rest of Us Plus expected return assumptions and discuss the resources available on the site for modeling portfolios using the return assumptions. We answer a question on how stock index providers, such as S&P, handle share count changes for determining the weighting of a holding within the index. Finally, David answers some questions on his portfolio, including a review of the asset category ranges he has had for the past … [Read more...]
453 Plus: Investing in Mortgage Backed Securities and Mortgage REITs, Old 401k Plans
In Plus episode 453, we explore the current environment for mortgage-backed securities and why mortgage REITs are struggling. We discuss the options of what to do with 401k plans held at former employers. Become a Member If you would like to listen to this episode of Money For the Rest of Us Plus, you can do so by becoming a Money For the Rest of Us Plus member. Learn More About Membership Options » 453 Plus Transcript Download Transcript Welcome to Money for the … [Read more...]
452: Beyond Stocks: The Allure and Strategy of Credit Investments
Investing in non-investment grade bonds, leveraged loans, and preferred stocks is potentially more compelling than investing in common stocks at present. Topics covered include: Show Notes Sea Change - Memo by Howard Marks Further Thoughts on Sea Change - Memo by Howard Marks Investments Mentioned Investments Mentioned SPDR Bloomberg High Yield Bond ETF (JNK) iShares iBoxx High Yield Corporate Bond ETF (HYG) Invesco Senior Loan ETF (BKLN) iShares Preferred … [Read more...]
Portfolio Trade: Adding to Existing Equity REIT and Preferred Stock Holdings
Become a Member If you would like to read about this portfolio trade, consider becoming a member of Money For the Rest of Us Plus. Learn More About Membership » Yesterday, David increased his investment in two existing portfolio holdings that have fallen in price in the last twenty months, resulting in more compelling valuations and higher expected returns. Vanguard Real Estate ETF (VNQ) David increased his allocation to Vanguard Real Estate ETF (VNQ), a position he has held … [Read more...]
424 Plus: CLO ETF Trade, Bonds vs Stocks, Preferred Stock Dividends, and AI ETFs
In Plus episode 424, we review a recent portfolio trade David made. We look at the valuations of stocks versus bonds. We consider why more preferred stocks are non cumulative versus cumulative. Finally, we review an ETF that invests in AI. Become a Member If you would like to listen to this episode of Money For the Rest of Us Plus, you can do so by becoming a Money For the Rest of Us Plus member. Learn More About Membership Options » 424 Plus Show … [Read more...]
418 Plus: Mortgage REIT Preferred Stock, Debt Ceiling Standoff, and Fallen Angel Bonds
In Plus episode 418, we review the current status of mortgage REITs and analyze the mortgage REIT preferred stock David recently purchased. We consider whether investors should move assets out of cash until the debt ceiling standoff is resolved. We consider options the U.S. Treasury has to meet its obligations including minting a trillion-dollar coin. Finally, we look at two ETFs that invest in bonds that have recently been downgraded to non-investment grade from investment … [Read more...]
