Pam, Terry and Richard puncture the myth that holding bonds in your portfolio offsets the risks of owning stocks. For example, this year, rising interest rates have driven down the prices of existing bonds. While this may not create a problem for investors who plan to hold on to their bonds until they mature, selling them could generate huge losses for those who want to buy newer bonds with better interest rates. What should bond investors do? The three friends offer guidance to help them evaluate their options. Â
Pam Krueger is an investor advocate, personal finance journalist, and author. She is the founder and CEO of Wealthramp, an advisor matching platform that connects consumers with rigorously vetted and qualified fee-only financial advisors. Pam created and co-hosted the award-winning investor education TV series, MoneyTrack, seen on 250+ public stations on PBS. With over 25 years in the industry, Pam is one of the leading voices on financial literacy and financial empowerment. When she’s not writing about financial planning for Worth, she’s talking about investing strategies on her podcast, Friends Talk Money.
