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Bonds vs. Bond Funds: Which Is Better When Interest Rates Rise?
From Stephen Clifford, Registered Investment Advisor Representative
The Winfield Group - Scottsdale, Arizona
The Federal Reserve has said it expects to begin raising its target rate sometime in 2014. Since bond prices fall when interest rates rise, it may be a good time to pay increased attention to any fixed-income investments you have. Here are some factors to consider when you review your portfolio.
AZ Insider: EXCLUSIVE: Behind the Scenes with Celebs at Barrett-Jackson
Kathy Shayna Shocket has the inside scoop on the stories that make headlines.
Kathy takes you behind the scenes with the celebs and VIPs at Barrett-Jackson.
AZ Giving Spotlight: Anthony Conti of The Purple Society
The Purple Society is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization focused on changing the prognosis of pediatric cancers, while educating and connecting families of childhood cancer patients worldwide. Anthony Conti, co-founder, shared with us the heartwarming history of The Purple Society and how its outreach has grown.
AFM: How did the Purple Society begin?
AC: My daughter, Nitalia Conti, was diagnosed at the age of 12 with a cancerous brain tumor. During her many long stays in the hospital...
AZ Insider: Scottsdale Woman to Win on The Bachelor?
Kathy Shayna Shocket has the inside scoop on the stories that make headlines.
Kathy's scoop on Kat from Scottsdale getting a rose on the next episode.
The Impact of Health-Care Costs on Social Security
From Stephen Clifford, Registered Investment Advisor Representative
The Winfield Group - Scottsdale, Arizona
For many retirees and their families, Social Security provides a dependable source of income. In fact, for the majority of retirees, Social Security accounts for at least half of their income (Source: Fast Facts & Figures About Social Security, 2013). However, more of that income is being spent on health-related costs each year, leaving less available for other retirement expenses.
