Download or read book David Scott's Guide to Investing in Bonds written by David Logan Scott and published by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt. This book was released on 2004 with total page 180 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this companion to his guide to investing in mutual funds, David Scott examines the complex world of bonds in straightforward language aimed at the individual investor. In addition to learning the basics about bonds -- their different maturities, interest rates, guarantees, risks, and tax consequences -- readers will discover - how bonds are valued and traded - how to choose from among corporate, municipal, and government bonds - whether tax-exempt bonds are right for their portfolios