Those who dived into bond funds due for splash of reality

Courtesy USATODAY.com Money - Waggoner  Thu, 01/07/2010 - 19:14

Right now, there is no good reason to own a bond fund, whether you're looking for income or an investment that will moderate the stock market's downturns.

You're better off owning short-term Treasuries or buying bank CDs.


 

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