This means municipal bonds can effectively be tax free, but make sure to check with your tax advisor on specific bonds and local tax laws. (us.etrade.com)
Once you've got your allocation, you'll have to do further research to analyze specific bond and stock options. (gobankingrates.com)
Knowing the general terms used to describe specific bond characteristics can help you assess how comfortable you are with the risks involved with investing. (investor.vanguard.com)