In an environment where yields are low and the stock market is lackluster, MLPs offer much desired returns and some legitimate diversification.
Warren Buffett, the billionaire chairman of Berkshire Hathaway Inc., said municipal bankruptcies are set to rise as there's less stigma attached after three California cities opted to seek protection just weeks apart.
Experts say keep maturities short, and go long on stocks; resolution in Europe could lead to quick uptick in rates
Some stunning stats shed some light on the troubles in California town
Pain across the pond will drag down U.S. market for weeks to come, says investor Barton Biggs
Barton Biggs, the hedge-fund manager who increased bets on equities before the Standard & Poor's 500 Index rallied this year, is getting more bullish.
Bond exemption allows affluent to skirt high tax rate; data shows they take advantage of it, too
More trouble in California, as the largest city in the largest county in the state will file for bankruptcy protection. That's the third municipality in Cali to go bust this year. Muni bondholders, beware.
Net flows for 529s turn positive in the fourth quarter; 'good sign for the industry'
Stockton files for Chapter 9 protection; retired city workers will likely take it in the teeth
Lowering of all tax brackets will require more than just eliminating tax breaks for the rich
Stock picking vs. indexing? Advisers may tout the virtues of active management, but investors are voting with their feet. And based on net inflows at Vanguard this year, this race isn't even close.
Yields nearly 300 basis points more than Treasuries; defaults not seen as likely
Fund manager warns about risks of short-term, investment-grade debt; 'no yield'
Out-of-control debt will force massive policy changes, including tax hikes and spending cuts; 'we're going to jump the tracks'
Versus was granted an exemption from SEC Monday that allows it to offer a second share class of its Versus Capital Multi-Manager Real Estate Income Fund (VCMIX), which doesn't charge distribution fees or an early-withdrawal penalty.
