Guide to Fixed-Income Investing

“What key strategies should a beginner consider when starting with fixed-income investments?

Use broadly diversified, low-cost bond index funds. You’ll want to consider credit risk and interest rate risk when determining what length of bonds to invest in. You should also understand the risks of buying low-credit-quality bonds (junk/high yield). Working with an advisor can help answer these questions and help you clearly define your goals, which will help determine the best strategy.“

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