

Most of my income comes from a "set and forget" layer of the portfolio that gets surprisingly little of my time. A well-known dividend favorite has been beaten down, and I think the dip has created a rare entry point. There is a way to own a classic safe-haven asset without giving up yield, and one fund stands out from its peers.

In late October, VettaFi hosted an interactive virtual event featuring market leaders from State Street Investment Management, Janus Henderson, and Horizon. During the presentation, advisor sentiment polls revealed a decisive shift in how many are approaching their fixed income allocation.

Bonds might be regaining their "safe-haven" status in case of a stock market crash.

Vanguard Total Bond Market ETF offers a lower expense ratio of 0.03% compared to 0.05% for the iShares National Muni Bond ETF. iShares National Muni Bond ETF focuses on tax-exempt municipal bonds, while Vanguard Total Bond Market ETF targets the taxable investment-grade market.

Colony Family Offices LLC lifted its position in Vanguard Total Bond Market ETF (NASDAQ: BND) by 15.7% in the third quarter, according to the company in its most recent 13F filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The firm owned 138,830 shares of the company's stock after purchasing an additional 18,846 shares during

Cantor Fitzgerald Investment Advisors L.P. lessened its position in Vanguard Total Bond Market ETF (NASDAQ: BND) by 52.6% in the third quarter, according to the company in its most recent 13F filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The firm owned 25,999 shares of the company's stock after selling 28,805 shares during

AI stocks faltered globally and investors turned to the safety of Treasurys, as a renewed selloff in French government bonds and a fresh run-up in oil prices strained markets.

Higher rates have created winners and losers across income strategies. Classic dividend growth investing faces new headwinds. Pairing value with predictable growth may offer a better risk-reward balance.