Fidelity Buy: Bonds

Like buying a brand-new car directly from the manufacturer, these are bonds being sold for the first time. On Fidelity, you can often buy these at par value ($1,000) without paying extra commissions or concessions.

These offer higher yields but come with more risk depending on the company's credit rating (from AAA down to junk status). 3. Setting the Terms Individual bonds | Reasons to consider bonds | Fidelity fidelity buy bonds

For the ultimate safety, these are backed by the government and are often exempt from state and local taxes. Like buying a brand-new car directly from the

Here is the story of how an investor typically navigates this process: 1. Finding the Right "Vehicle" Finding the Right "Vehicle" Imagine you are looking

Imagine you are looking for a reliable way to grow your savings. You log into your account and head to the Fixed Income, Bonds & CDs center . You face your first big choice:

This is the "used car" lot where you buy bonds from other investors. Prices might be higher or lower than the original price depending on current interest rates. 2. Picking Your Path As you browse, you filter your options based on your goals: