In Plus episode 520, we examine why a greater percentage of bond managers outperform a passive index compared to active stock managers. We review why Treasury Inflation Protection Securities exhibit day-to-day price volatility. Finally, we review the new DoubleLine Asset-backed Securities ETF (DABS). … [Read more...]
512/513 Plus: Exiting MCI and Comparing Conservative Fixed Income Options
In Plus episode 512/513, David discusses why he sold his position in the Barings Corporate Investors Fund (MCI). We also compare the yields and tax rules of U.S savings bonds, nominal Treasuries, zero coupon bonds, TIPS, CDs, fixed annuities, and municipal bonds. … [Read more...]
512: Unlocking Hidden Returns—How Mortality Credits Boost Retirement Income
How using a deferred income annuity can increase retirement income compared to an immediate annuity or a bond ladder. Topics covered include: How immediate annuities and deferred income annuities work What are mortality credits, and why they are a key diversifier Examples of how mortality credits lead to a 1% to 1.5% higher annualized return over several decades How to decide whether an annuity is right for you Show Notes Post: No, really. Deferred income annuities … [Read more...]
494 Plus: TIPS, When to Sell a Bond, and a New Deletion ETF
In Plus episode 494, we compare owning a TIPS ladder versus using TIPS ETFs. We consider when an investor should sell an individual bond that has appreciated in price. Finally, we review the Research Affiliates Deletion ETF (NIXT) … [Read more...]
491 Plus: Buffer ETFs, TIPS, Brokerage Bankruptcies and HSA Accounts
In Plus episode 491, we explore why buffer ETFs use European-style options with a set exercise date rather than American-style options that can be exercised at any time. We look at the maximum loss for purchasing a Treasury Inflation Protection Security in the secondary market. We consider what happens to individual bond holdings in the case a brokerage firm goes bankrupt. Finally, we consider the estate tax implications of Health Savings Accounts. … [Read more...]
459 Plus: TIPS Liquidity, a new MBS ETF, Closed-end Fund ETFs, and MLP Data
In Plus episode 459, we discuss who is on the other side of the TIPS trade. We analyze the Simplify MBS ETF (MTBA) and learn what mortgage-backed TBAs are. We review the performance and risk of ETFs that invest in closed-end funds. Finally, we explain why MLP data is no longer included in the monthly investment conditions and strategy report. … [Read more...]
456 Plus: 4% Rule, TFLO, Personal Inflation Rates, Emerging Latin America, and GIM
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...]
455 Plus: TIPS Ladder Follow Up, New Charts Status, Portfolio Trades Clarification and the State of Crypto
In Plus episode 455, we try to simplify the cash flow aspect of TIPS ladders. We answer a question on why not just own TIPS ETFs. We provide an update on bond charts so members can better analyze the attractiveness of credit strategies. We answer a question on David's recent portfolio trades. Finally, we explore why David still owns cryptocurrency and whether the conviction of FTX's Sam Bankman Fried changes anything. … [Read more...]
455: Easier Investing, Richer Life: TIPS Ladders to Annuities
What are the pros and cons of partially funding retirement expenses with an inflation-indexed bond ladder versus an immediate annuity? There is a big downside to TIPS ladders that many investors don't realize. Topics covered include: Why the stock market is more risky than many people realize Is it too late to invest in TIPS as one advisor suggests How TIPS and TIPS ladders work How immediate annuities work The pros and cons of a TIPS ladder versus an immediate … [Read more...]
452 Plus: TIPS Trade, TIPS Bullet Shares ETFs, and Housing Inflation
In Plus Episode 452, we discuss the recent 5-year TIPS auction. We look at the new iShares TIPS bullet shares ETFs with fixed maturity. We also look at the impact of shelter on inflation and how higher interest rates impact home prices and apartment rents. … [Read more...]
