If interest rates rise, the values of bonds held by the fund would fall, negatively affecting total return. (investinginbonds.com)
For a bond fund, consider also the average maturity of bonds held in the particular fund. (us.axa.com)
Over 10,000 baby boomers are retiring a day, and even more, are increasing bond holdings in their retirement portfolios to prepare for retirement. (thenewsavvy.com)