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Making the case for indexing: A podcast conversation
Index investing is for the long term, not the short term, said head of Vanguard EIG Rodney Comegys on a recent Animal Spirits podcast.
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Municipal bonds through a potential recession—what to expect
A looming recession may force credit rating downgrades, but municipal bond defaults should remain rare.
Hedging your portfolio against inflation
TIPS won’t work in hedging the full portfolio against inflation. Commodities can, but not without risks.
A workout plan for those financial wellness muscles
Our guide can help investors overcome struggles and develop long-term strategies to maintain financial wellness.
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Financial wellness & planning
Vanguard’s guide to financial wellness
The prospect of saving for long-term financial planning goals can be overwhelming at times given its enormity and uncertainty. Vanguard’s guide to financial wellness offers a blueprint for achieving financial flexibility to meet both short- and long-term goals.
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A systematic approach to building tax-aware portfolios
Time-varying asset allocation can help build diversified, tax-efficient portfolios, Vanguard researchers say.
Buying local: Local bias in individual stock portfolios
There’s no place like home, even when it comes to stock investing. Recent Vanguard research discusses investor local bias, what that disposition means for a portfolio, and how a few small tweaks can alleviate a portfolio’s concentration risk.
Sustainable withdrawal rates in retirement: The importance of customization
Sustainable withdrawal rates can vary considerably, depending on the levels of desired bequests, portfolio depletion risk, and asset allocation, highlighting the need for customization rather than relying on a single rule of thumb. Learn more about the feasible ranges.
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