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Considering investing in bond unit trusts? Here's what you need to know first…

by Julie Brownlee, FSP Invest, 11 May 2015

Investing in bonds is a great way of lowering the overall risk of your portfolio.

By lending governments or corporations money, you receive fixed interest payments.

But bonds can seem complex. There's a host of new terms to understand. And the risk differs amongst different types of bonds.

Getting to grips with these details will help you find the best bond unit trusts to invest in that are suited to you.

Read on to find out what you need to know…

The benefits of investing in bonds

If you want to lower the overall risk of your investment portfolio or you’re looking for a less risky investment than stocks, bonds could be the perfect option for you.

This low-risk investment option is ideal for income seekers too.

One easy way to invest in bonds is through unit trusts. But to pick the best unit trust for you, gaining an understanding of bonds first is vital.

So what sort of things do you need to know about bonds?

Getting to grips with bonds

Click on the links below to find out more about bond and bond unit trusts…

The bond terminology you need to know
The difference between government bonds and corporate bonds
Four reasons why you should invest in bonds
Why you should consider investing in bond unit trusts

If you want to know more about bonds and bond unit trusts, check out our essential report here.

And don’t forget, if you have any questions about bonds, ask our team of experts here.

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