Picture 1 of 5
Gallery
Picture 1 of 5
Have one to sell?
Why Brother With Bonds: A Guide To Build All Weather Portafolio
US $9.99
ApproximatelyS$ 12.97
Condition:
Oops! Looks like we're having trouble connecting to our server.
Refresh your browser window to try again.
Shipping:
Free USPS Media MailTM.
Located in: Charlotte, North Carolina, United States
Delivery:
Estimated between Mon, 27 Oct and Sat, 1 Nov to 94104
Returns:
30 days return. Buyer pays for return shipping. If you use an eBay shipping label, it will be deducted from your refund amount.
Coverage:
Read item description or contact seller for details. See all detailsSee all details on coverage
(Not eligible for eBay purchase protection programmes)
Seller assumes all responsibility for this listing.
eBay item number:404806387651
Item specifics
- Condition
- Brand New: A new, unread, unused book in perfect condition with no missing or damaged pages. See all condition definitionsopens in a new window or tab
- Country of Origin
- United States
- Personalize
- No
- Type
- Picture Book
- Signed
- No
- Narrative Type
- Nonfiction
- Personalized
- No
- Original Language
- English
- Intended Audience
- Adults
- Vintage
- No
- ISBN
- 9780985800406
About this product
Product Identifiers
Publisher
Growthconnection, LLC
ISBN-10
0985800402
ISBN-13
9780985800406
eBay Product ID (ePID)
246985825
Product Key Features
Book Title
Why Bother with Bonds : A Guide to Build All-Weather Portfolio Including CDs, Bonds, and Bond Funds--Even During Low Interest Rates
Number of Pages
170 Pages
Language
English
Publication Year
2014
Topic
Personal Finance / Investing, Finance / Wealth Management
Illustrator
Richards, Carl, Yes
Genre
Business & Economics
Format
Trade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height
0.4 in
Item Weight
8.3 Oz
Item Length
9 in
Item Width
6 in
Additional Product Features
Intended Audience
Trade
LCCN
2013-939289
Synopsis
A practical how-to guide for every investor. "For ordinary investors who want to build an all-weather portfolio." It is time-proven wisdom, and encourages you to take control of your finances. Learn how to use CDs, bonds, and bond funds to manage risk/reward even during low interest rates. You will learn: How to choose your stocks/bonds allocation How to become immune to changing interest rates When to use CDs and individual bonds How to choose a good bond fund How to hedge against unexpected inflation Contents: Foreword by Larry Swedroe Introduction - Who Should Read This Book? - Start with a Sound Financial Lifestyle Why Bother With Bonds? - Stocks are risky in the short-run, and the long run too! - Bonds Make Risk More Palatable - Bonds Can Be A Safe Bet - Bonds Are An Attractive Investment Diversifier Life Is Complicated. Bonds Are Not. - What is a Money Market Fund? - Are CDs Better Than Bonds? - What Are Bonds? - What is a Bond Ladder? - Individual Bonds or a Bond Fund? Bonds: Risks and Returns - Yield, Price And Making Comparisons - How To Compare Individual Bond Returns - How to Compare Bond Fund Returns - Total Return: To Measure And Compare Performance - How To Reduce Risk From Interest Rates Changes - Duration: The Point of Indifference to Interest Rates - Duration: The Measure of Sensitivity to Interest Rates - How To Reduce Risk From Unexpected Inflation - Real versus Nominal Interest Rates - Why Include TIPS In Your Portfolio? - Credit Quality or Default Risk Build The Bond Portion Of Your Portfolio - Start With Your Goals. - How Much Risk Is Right For You? - Understand How Much Risk You're Taking - Take Your Risk In Stock Market, Not Bond Market - How Much in Bonds? How Much in Stocks? - Your Needs Change Over Time - The Importance of Low Cost - How Much To Diversify Bonds? - The Importance of Low Cost - Five Low-Cost Strategies You Can Do Yourself - Taxes Matter - Example Portfolios (both good and bad) Common Misconceptions Important to Correct - Stocks Are Safer In The Long Run - Holding a Bond (or CD) to Maturity Eliminates Risk - Stocks Are Safer Than Bonds - The Best Funds Have The Most Stars - A One Percent Fee Is Small - Rising Interest Rates are Bad for Bond Holders - You Can't Beat the Market Using Index Funds - Use Multiple Investment Companies To Diversify - You Need Many Mutual Funds to Diversify - Frugal Means Stingy Reviews Worth Noting: "[As] stocks have surged and bond yields have dwindled, investors increasingly ask "Why bother with bonds?" Rick Van Ness takes this question and runs with it in his book sporting this provocative title. Sooner or later, this question will answer itself, and it will behoove all investors to get to know Rick before it does. Read it, enjoy it, and profit from it-before it's too late." William J. Bernstein Author, The Four Pillars of Investing "In his simply stated and entertaining book, Rick Van Ness eloquently instructs the reader on how to do bonds right - in fact, better than any single book I've read." Allan S. Roth Author: How a Second Grader Beats Wall Street "If you are a DIY investor . . . you should read this book. It will steer you clear of areas you need to avoid and into where you should be. A quick read filled with valuable info!" Robert Wasilewski "This book should be part of America's high school curriculum." Andrew Hallam Author: Millionaire Teacher, A practical how-to guide for every investor. For ordinary investors who want to build an all-weather portfolio. It is time-proven wisdom, and encourages you to take control of your finances. Learn how to use CDs, bonds, and bond funds to manage risk/reward even during low interest rates. You will learn: How to choose your stocks/bonds allocation How to become immune to changing interest rates When to use CDs and individual bonds How to choose a good bond fund How to hedge against unexpected inflation Contents: Foreword by Larry Swedroe Introduction - Who Should Read This Book? - Start with a Sound Financial Lifestyle Why Bother With Bonds? - Stocks are risky in the short-run, and the long run too - Bonds Make Risk More Palatable - Bonds Can Be A Safe Bet - Bonds Are An Attractive Investment Diversifier Life Is Complicated. Bonds Are Not. - What is a Money Market Fund? - Are CDs Better Than Bonds? - What Are Bonds? - What is a Bond Ladder? - Individual Bonds or a Bond Fund? Bonds: Risks and Returns - Yield, Price And Making Comparisons - How To Compare Individual Bond Returns - How to Compare Bond Fund Returns - Total Return: To Measure And Compare Performance - How To Reduce Risk From Interest Rates Changes - Duration: The Point of Indifference to Interest Rates - Duration: The Measure of Sensitivity to Interest Rates - How To Reduce Risk From Unexpected Inflation - Real versus Nominal Interest Rates - Why Include TIPS In Your Portfolio? - Credit Quality or Default Risk Build The Bond Portion Of Your Portfolio - Start With Your Goals. - How Much Risk Is Right For You? - Understand How Much Risk You're Taking - Take Your Risk In Stock Market, Not Bond Market - How Much in Bonds? How Much in Stocks? - Your Needs Change Over Time - The Importance of Low Cost - How Much To Diversify Bonds? - The Importance of Low Cost - Five Low-Cost Strategies You Can Do Yourself - Taxes Matter - Example Portfolios (both good and bad) Common Misconceptions Important to Correct - Stocks Are Safer In The Long Run - Holding a Bond (or CD) to Maturity Eliminates Risk - Stocks Are Safer Than Bonds - The Best Funds Have The Most Stars - A One Percent Fee Is Small - Rising Interest Rates are Bad for Bond Holders - You Can't Beat the Market Using Index Funds - Use Multiple Investment Companies To Diversify - You Need Many Mutual Funds to Diversify - Frugal Means Stingy Reviews Worth Noting: " As] stocks have surged and bond yields have dwindled, investors increasingly ask "Why bother with bonds?" Rick Van Ness takes this question and runs with it in his book sporting this provocative title. Sooner or later, this question will answer itself, and it will behoove all investors to get to know Rick before it does. Read it, enjoy it, and profit from it-before it's too late." William J. Bernstein Author, The Four Pillars of Investing "In his simply stated and entertaining book, Rick Van Ness eloquently instructs the reader on how to do bonds right - in fact, better than any single book I've read." Allan S. Roth Author: How a Second Grader Beats Wall Street "If you are a DIY investor . . . you should read this book. It will steer you clear of areas you need to avoid and into where you should be. A quick read filled with valuable info " Robert Wasilewski "This book should be part of America's high school curriculum." Andrew Hallam Author: Millionaire Teacher
Item description from the seller
Seller feedback (1,074)
- e***a (675)- Feedback left by buyer.Past monthVerified purchaseReceived exactly as listed with PDQ shipping. A Fragile---Liquid---Handle with Care Label was affixed to shipping box for identification. Shipping box and item was undamaged. Excellent price for an excellent product. I've used it for years and it works great. Highly recommend product and seller. A+.Reply from: kmsolution- Feedback replied by seller kmsolution.- Feedback replied by seller kmsolution.Thank you so much for your kind review! We are delighted to know that your experience with us was positive. Your satisfaction is our priority, and we look forward to serving you again soon!
- c***c (2355)- Feedback left by buyer.Past 6 monthsVerified purchaseAs pictured and described. Excellent price, very secure packaging, and supersonic shipping. Great seller! ๐Reply from: kmsolution- Feedback replied by seller kmsolution.- Feedback replied by seller kmsolution.Thank you so much for your kind review! We are delighted to know that your experience with us was positive. Your satisfaction is our priority, and we look forward to serving you again soon!
- s***e (136)- Feedback left by buyer.Past 6 monthsVerified purchaseThey wrapped this package very well. Black packing and then stretch wrapped to the nines. So clearly no way it could have been damaged in transit. Opened the packaging and the box fell apart. It was damaged before they shipped it and half the cans were damaged and undrinkable. I asked for a refund and they said it wasn't their fault the product was damaged in transit. I sent them pictures of the box and cans and they still said no. Will never buy from them again!!!Reply from: kmsolution- Feedback replied by seller kmsolution.- Feedback replied by seller kmsolution.We apologize for this customer's experience, but we want to clarify that all our products are new and original. We always ship them protected with sturdy packaging to minimize any damage in transit. Following eBay policies, refunds are only processed when the product is returned complete and in good condition. Our priority is customer satisfaction, and we have multiple positive reviews that support our commitment and reliability.
Seller feedback (1,074)
- e***a (675)- Feedback left by buyer.Past monthVerified purchaseReceived exactly as listed with PDQ shipping. A Fragile---Liquid---Handle with Care Label was affixed to shipping box for identification. Shipping box and item was undamaged. Excellent price for an excellent product. I've used it for years and it works great. Highly recommend product and seller. A+.Reply from: kmsolution- Feedback replied by seller kmsolution.- Feedback replied by seller kmsolution.Thank you so much for your kind review! We are delighted to know that your experience with us was positive. Your satisfaction is our priority, and we look forward to serving you again soon!
- c***c (2355)- Feedback left by buyer.Past 6 monthsVerified purchaseAs pictured and described. Excellent price, very secure packaging, and supersonic shipping. Great seller! ๐Reply from: kmsolution- Feedback replied by seller kmsolution.- Feedback replied by seller kmsolution.Thank you so much for your kind review! We are delighted to know that your experience with us was positive. Your satisfaction is our priority, and we look forward to serving you again soon!
- s***e (136)- Feedback left by buyer.Past 6 monthsVerified purchaseThey wrapped this package very well. Black packing and then stretch wrapped to the nines. So clearly no way it could have been damaged in transit. Opened the packaging and the box fell apart. It was damaged before they shipped it and half the cans were damaged and undrinkable. I asked for a refund and they said it wasn't their fault the product was damaged in transit. I sent them pictures of the box and cans and they still said no. Will never buy from them again!!!Reply from: kmsolution- Feedback replied by seller kmsolution.- Feedback replied by seller kmsolution.We apologize for this customer's experience, but we want to clarify that all our products are new and original. We always ship them protected with sturdy packaging to minimize any damage in transit. Following eBay policies, refunds are only processed when the product is returned complete and in good condition. Our priority is customer satisfaction, and we have multiple positive reviews that support our commitment and reliability.