Episode 93: I Scream For I-Bonds! And A Few, Shall We Say, Emails!

<p>In this episode we answer emails from Bastian, Patrice, Jeff and Keith, about investing in Sweden and currency issues, Fundrise, a troublesome annuity product in a 403b and a managed futures reference.  Then we proceed with an analysis of I-bonds from the U.S. Government using David Stein&apos;s Ten Questions to Master Investing:<br/><br/>1.  What is it?<br/>2.  Is it an investment, a speculation, or a gamble?<br/>3.  What is the upside?<br/>4.  What is the downside?<br/>5.  Who is on the other side of the trade?<br/>6.  What is the investment vehicle?<br/>7.  What does it take to be successful?<br/>8.  Who is getting a cut?<br/>9.  How does it impact your portfolio?<br/>10.  Should you invest?<br/><br/>Links:<br/><br/>Portfolio Charts Fund Finder:  <a href='https://portfoliocharts.com/portfolio/fund-finder/'>FUND FINDER – Portfolio Charts</a><br/><br/>Meb Faber Podcast #225:  <a href='https://mebfaber.com/2020/06/01/episode-225-eric-crittenden-standpoint-asset-management-i-enjoy-trying-to-win-a-marathon-rather-than-winning-sprints/'>Episode #225: Eric Crittenden, Standpoint Asset Management, “I Enjoy Trying To Win A Marathon Rather Than Winning Sprints” | Meb Faber Research - Stock Market and Investing Blog</a><br/><br/>Treasury Direct I-Bonds In Depth:  <a href='https://www.treasurydirect.gov/indiv/research/indepth/ibonds/res_ibonds.htm'>Individual - Series I Savings Bonds (treasurydirect.gov)</a><br/><br/>Treasury Direct I-Bonds FAQ:  <a href='https://www.treasurydirect.gov/indiv/research/indepth/ibonds/res_ibonds_ifaq.htm'>Individual - Series I Savings Bonds FAQs (treasurydirect.gov)</a></p>