Investing Unit 5: Summary

• Introduction
• Unit 1: Basic Building Blocks of Successful Financial Management
• Unit 2: Investing Basics
• Unit 3: Finding Money to Invest
• Unit 4: Ownership Investments
• Unit 5: Fixed-Income Investing

• Certificates of Deposit
• Series EE and I U.S. Savings Bonds
• Money Market Mutual Funds
• Bonds
• Unit Investment Trusts
• Bond Mutual Funds
• Mortgage-Backed Securities
• Annuities
• Preferred Stock
• Guaranteed Investment Contracts
• Five Tips for Fixed-Income Investors
• Summary
• Action Steps
• About the Author

• Unit 6: Mutual Fund Investing
• Unit 7: Tax-Deferred Investments
• Unit 8: Investing Small Dollar Amounts
• Unit 9: Getting Help: Investing Resources
• Unit 10: Selecting Financial Professionals
• Unit 11: Investment Fraud

• Study Guide
• Action Steps
• Monthly Investment Messages
• Glossary

Fixed-income investments involve loaning money for a period of time in exchange for periodic interest. Income is the primary objective and some investments also have growth potential if sold for a premium prior to maturity. This unit has reviewed characteristics of 15 specific fixed-income investment products, including advantages, disadvantages, and required minimum investments. Now you need to consider appropriate fixed-income investments that mesh with your personal financial goals. Use the Fixed-Income Investment Comparison Worksheet to make investment decisions and complete the action steps for this unit.

Fixed-Income Investment Comparison Worksheet