Bonds have long been the backbone of the conservative portion of an investment portfolio, but now bonds are looking shakier. Can you cut the risk?
When bank savings and money markets pay almost nothing, it seems logical to reach for a bit more yield by taking on a smidgeon of additional risk.
Returns on long-term bonds may appear higher than other investments, but before you buy in, remember that appearances can be deceiving.
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