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Are Municipal Bonds Exempt From the AMT?

February 19, 2013

While it's assumed that municipal bonds are exempt from federal taxes, investors should still consider all of the nuances associated with these securities; certain ones are subject to the Alternative Minimum Tax (AMT), which is covered in-depth in this article along with how to avoid such securities if you so desire.

Municipal Bond Insurance Basics

February 19, 2013

Municipal bonds can be secured in a number of ways, but one common way is bond insurance. This educational article covers all of the basics surrounding bond insurance, covering everything from the history to current insurers.

Ultimate Guide To Understanding The Yield Curve

January 30, 2013

One of the best, and most overlooked, economic indicators is the yield curve -- this tool is great for gauging market health, predicting future economic activity, as well as forecasting inflation.

Special Report: Post Election Puerto Rico Municipal Bonds

January 09, 2013

This 27-page report attempts to put the current market anxiety about Puerto Rico in the proper perspective, offering insights on PR's debt and what the future might hold for the Common wealth of Puerto Rico.

The Biggest Municipal Bond Disasters Of All Time

January 04, 2013

Municipal bond defaults are rare, but not unheard of. Going back to the Great Depression we take a look at some of the biggest municipal bond disasters of all time.

Municipal Bonds For The BCS Top 25

December 12, 2012

Municipal bonds are issued to help fund a variety of civic activities and projects. Among these public projects that benefit from the issuance of municipal bonds are the facilities and activities of colleges and universities. Now that the college football regular season has come to a close, the final BCS rankings have been released, and with the bowl game schedule now set, below we highlight municipal bonds offered by each of the schools in the top 25 of the BCS standings:

Municipal Bonds Q&A With James Colby

December 12, 2012

The current ultra-low rate environment has prompted investors of all styles to scour the markets for meaningful sources of yield without incurring handfuls of volatility. Looming economic uncertainties all over the globe have made it even more challenging for investors looking to tame their portfolio's volatility while generating income at the same time. One particular breed of fixed income securities, however, warrants a closer look from income-hungry investors: enter municipal bonds. James Colby, portfolio manager and senior municipal strategist at Market Vectors ETFs in New York, recently took time out of his schedule to discuss the state the muni bond market, as well as offer insights into how ETFs offer a compelling way to access this asset class.

Municipal Bonds, Tax Hikes, The Fiscal Cliff, and Your Portfolio

December 04, 2012

The 2012 election results are now finalized—Florida ultimately went to the president—but the exercise in democracy did little to clear up the outlook for the next several months. With the fiscal cliff continuing to loom large, the next few months are all but certain to be dominated by political sparring, back room negotiations, and plenty of finger pointing on both sides. As the stakes increase, Washington (and apparently the country as a whole) remain divided over the most appropriate path to restore solid fiscal footing.

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