Jonathan Pond Archive
Does an Income Annuity Make Sense for You?
Financial adviser Jonathan D. Pond discusses types of income annuities.
March 17, 2009
Annuity Primer
Everyone’s heard about annuities, but your eyes may glaze over when trying to figure out what they really do.
March 3, 2009
Q-and-A With Jonathan D. Pond: Family and Money Issues
Financial adviser Jonathan Pond answers questions about how to discuss money issues with family members.
February 13, 2009
Q-and-A With Jonathan D. Pond: Mortgages and 401(k)s
Financial advisor Jonathan D. Pond answers readers' questions about investing in 401(k)s and playing off mortgages.
March 31, 2009
Investing in Municipal Bonds
Financial adviser Jonathan D. Pond explains the pros and cons of municipal bonds.
December 30, 2008
Q-and-A With Jonathan D. Pond: Saving for Retirement
Financial adviser Jonathan Pond answers readers' questions about saving for retirement.
December 30, 2008
Don't Leave Home Without Your Umbrella (Insurance)
Financial adviser Jonathan D. Pond explains how umbrella, or personal liability, policies can protect your assets.
June 11, 2009
Q-and-A With Financial Adviser Jonathan D. Pond
Financial adviser Jonathan Pond answers questions about credit ratings and debt.
November 24, 2008
Using "Lifecycle" Funds to Better Manage Your Investments
"Lifecycle funds" are attracting significant investor attention and money—for good reason. These funds allow you to invest your money, even in small amounts, in a single fund with self-stabilizing features.
December 1, 2008
Should Tough Market Conditions Influence Investing?
Jonathan D. Pond discusses when and if you should change your investment strategy if the markets are underperforming.
December 1, 2008
About Jonathan Pond
Jonathan Pond, AARP's Financial Ambassador, has hosted 18 prime-time public television specials and is a frequent guest on major TV and radio news programs. More than 1 million copies of his books have been sold; the most recent is "Safe Money in Tough Times."
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