Bonds

Two Types of TIPS

Started diving into the resources about TIPS but then realized there were really two versions of TIPS: 1) those held directly, and 2) and those in index funds. This post is all about setting the stage and clarifying things before proceeding.

Preferred Asset for Bonds: EDV

Poor returns, high volatility, minimal yield given the risk…why would anyone in 2022 want to include Extended Duration Bond funds in a portfolio? They are awful right now, no doubt about that, but nevertheless, extended duration bonds funds like EDV can play an important role in a RP portfolio.