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To take advantage of all your investing options, you need to know what your choices are. Here we tell you about the diverse features and advantages of 20 different financial instruments.
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Understanding the different asset classes is an essential part of portfolio diversification.
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These instruments may shed their bad rap to bring you a hefty tax break.
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By laddering annuities, you can be sure you'll have income no matter what the market does.
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Callable bonds can leave investors with a pile of cash in a low-interest market. Find out what you can do about it.
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Treasuries are considered the safest investments, but they should still be analyzed when issued.
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Despite their reputation, the debt securities known as "junk bonds" may actually reduce risk in your portfolio.
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These may look like good retirement vehicles, but beware of the fees buried in the fine print.
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This derivative can help manage portfolio risk, but it isn't a simple vehicle.
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Bonds contribute an element of stability to almost any portfolio and offer a safe and conservative investment.
