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4 Vanguard Bond Funds to Buy (And 3 to Avoid) for Higher Interest Rates

By Kent Thune, InvestorPlace Contributor
Don't know the difference between the best and worst bond funds for higher interest rates? Then this list of Vanguard funds is your bible.

The 10 Cheapest Vanguard Funds on the Market

By Kent Thune, InvestorPlace Contributor
The 10 cheapest Vanguard funds on the market are low-cost royalty among mutual funds already known for their low expenses.

The 3 Best Bond Funds for the Next Decade

By Kent Thune, InvestorPlace Contributor
Choosing the best bond funds for the next ten years is no easy task, so we highlight three outstanding funds that could be top performers.

7 Best Mutual Funds to Buy for the Rest of 2016

By Kent Thune, InvestorPlace Contributor
Don't expect the rest of 2016 to be a picnic. The best mutual funds to buy from here on out will need to be hardy, defensive plays.

3 Vanguard Funds That Make Active Managers Weep

By Kent Thune, InvestorPlace Contributor
These three index funds from Vanguard have both short-term and long-term performance numbers that outrank category averages.

3 Best Bond Funds to Own Now

By Kent Thune, InvestorPlace Contributor
Don't bet against bond funds. Just be selective. The best bond funds to buy now -- including these three -- are less sensitive to interest rates.

The Best Mutual Funds to Buy for the Rest of 2015

By Kent Thune, InvestorPlace Contributor
Looking for the best mutual funds for the rest of 2015? You'll have to step outside the mainstream of large domestic stocks and U.S. Treasuries.