Now Is a Really Good Time to Get Into Munis, Neuberger's Iselin Says

Now Is a Really Good Time to Get Into Munis, Neuberger's Iselin Says

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The video discusses the current state of the municipal (muni) bond market, highlighting the relative cheapness of munis compared to Treasurys and suggesting it as a good entry point for investors. It also covers the taxable muni market, noting increased supply due to refinancing activities and demand from overseas investors. The video advises caution in the high yield muni market, emphasizing the importance of knowing one's portfolio and considering selling undesirable bonds before market volatility increases.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the current entry point status of the muni market?

Munis are relatively cheap compared to Treasurys.

Munis are not affected by Treasury yields.

Munis are relatively expensive compared to Treasurys.

Munis have the same value as Treasurys.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What has the low rate environment led to in the taxable muni market?

An increase in refinancing activities.

A shift to tax-exempt munis.

A decrease in refinancing activities.

No change in refinancing activities.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is there a growing demand for taxable munis from overseas investors?

Due to a decrease in supply.

Because of low yields in their own countries.

Because of the tax Reform Act.

Due to high domestic interest rates.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the current yield of the broad high yield muni market?

About 1%

About 2%

About 3%

About 4%

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What advice is given to investors regarding bonds they do not like in their portfolio?

Hold onto them until the market stabilizes.

Sell them before market volatility increases.

Convert them to tax-exempt bonds.

Ignore them and focus on new investments.