Larry E. Swedroe's Blog, page 1255

Are rising interest rates bad for REITs?

When it comes to putting money into real estate investment trusts, the conventional wisdom is wrong again

Active bond funds won't protect you in bear market

When stock prices are tailing, active bond managers provide no shelter from rising interest rates

Are great companies really better investments?

A recent study compared the investment returns of "excellent" and "un-excellent" companies -- the results may surprise you.

Stock market gamblers: Read this!

Gambling investors are attracted to certain stocks that could produce a big win ... or more likely just the opposite

Can investors trust credit ratings on muni bonds?

Although the ratings agencies lost credibility during the financial crisis, they do get some things right

Advice from a young Warren Buffett

Investors have been idolizing yet ignoring Buffett's advice for decades

How to treat Social Security, your home

While they should be part of your financial plan, Social Security and your home don't belong in your investment plan

Vanguard's principles for successful investing

A new paper from the investment giant offers a wealth of insights about how the capital markets work

Should you pursue a low-volatility strategy?

Low-volatility strategies have performed well, but that doesn't mean it belongs in your portfolio

What poker, Buffett, and Federer have to do with investing

A recent reader's comments inspired this take on the kings of returns, Buffett and Federer, and what investors can learn from their performances.