Talking Real Money - Investing Talk
Talking Real Money - Investing Talk
Don McDonald
Ep. 2008: The Bond Tango
35 minutes Posted Oct 27, 2026 at 4:00 pm.
The Bond Tango: Why Rates Matter
Why Bond Prices Fall When Rates Rise
Should We Want Rates Up or Down?
Bonds as Portfolio Stability
Don’t Obsess Over Returns
Rebalancing for the Right Balance
Rate Questions and Listener Mail
Money Markets, Bonds, and Ladders
A Listener’s Question About a Risky Fund
Celebrating 2,000 Episodes
Podcasts, Stories, and Listener Support
Closing Notes and Disclosures
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Rising interest rates can make bond prices fall—and still be good news for savers. Don and Tom explain the bond-price mechanics, why higher yields matter, and why bonds belong in a portfolio for stability rather than excitement. They compare BND, money markets, and bond ladders, then explain how rebalancing and holding high-quality bonds to maturity can quiet the noise. Listener questions cover why money markets alone aren't enough and a blunt review of the costly, illiquid Ares Core Infrast...