Archive for the ‘Investing’ Category

Assurance of Surety Bonds in Construction

Thursday, February 18th, 2010

Jacob Christopher asked: Making the correct choice to manage risk on construction projects and selecting the most responsible option to guarantee timely project completion are vital to a successful project. Gambling on a contractor whose level of commitment is not certain or who could become bankrupt halfway through the job ...

What countries offer bonds to international investors through internet?

Tuesday, February 16th, 2010

sapclip asked: I understand that UAE offers national bonds to international inverstors and can be baught by anyone through internet. Are there any other similar bonds available for investment in any other part of the world?PETER

What is the new price of the bonds, given that they now have 19 years to maturity?

Friday, February 5th, 2010

RayRay asked: A corporation issued 20-year, 7% annual coupon bonds at their par value of $1,000 one year ago. Today the market interest rate on these bonds has dropped to 6%. What is the new price of the bonds, given that they now have 19 years to maturity?MONTY

Does anyone know if government bonds and treasury bills are good investments?

Monday, December 7th, 2009

GENERALE asked: I am looking to invest in government bonds as an alternative to putting my money in a bank which offers a very limited amount of protection ($250,000 FDIC insurance limit). Which bonds are the best to invest in? Which bonds give the best returns and the most amount ...

Secure Your Future by Investing in Bonds

Saturday, December 5th, 2009

Ron Victor asked: For any financial plan, bonds are the core element to invest and grow wealth. It can be defined as a debt security. When you purchase a bond, you are lending money to an issuer such as government, municipality, corporation, federal agency or other entity. In return for ...

What is the difference between Corporate Bonds and Corporate Debt Funds?

Thursday, November 26th, 2009

ac26xp asked: For example I can buy shares of the exchange traded fund: IShares S&P US Preferrd Stock Index Fund (PFF), which is classified as a Corporate Debt Funds BBB-Rated. Is a corporate debt fund like PFF a collection of corporate bonds? Thanks !TRACY

How do you have your 401K currently invested among stocks, bonds, and cash?

Wednesday, November 18th, 2009

Matthew Smit asked: Please give your age as well as the percentage breakdown of stocks, bonds, and cash in your 401K. Myself, I am 31 years old and am 50% bonds and 50% cash and 0% stocks. I am trying to get a sampling of how others are ...

What type of savings bonds are the best to buy?

Friday, November 13th, 2009

Jay B asked: I looked into the treasury direct website and I see that the I-Bonds have a 4.84% interest rate, this seems like a good rate. Is this the best type of bond I can purchase, if not which one is best and why. I will choose ...

How can i buy and redeem UAE National Bonds from other country?

Wednesday, November 4th, 2009

yerepramo asked: I am an expat in the UAE and I am UAE National Bonds Holder, I'm planning to leave United Arab Emirates soon, but i still want to keep my savings if i can buy and redeem it from outside the UAE. Is it possible for me to buy and ...

Are Bonds As Safe As They Seem?

Friday, September 18th, 2009

Jim Pretin asked: If you are new to investing perhaps you are not familiar with bonds. Before you get started, you need to understand some of the risks associated with bond investing. Most people assume that all interest-bearing securities are completely risk free, but this is not the case. Even ...