WHY ARENT THERE ANY BOND FUNDS LISTED IN THE GETTING STARTED PORTFOLIOS?
That’s primarily because most Getting Started investors tend to be young, and are typically looking for growth as a result. These portfolios are designed to keep you invested 100% in stock funds. However, if you prefer, you can reduce your risk by adding a bond fund into the mix and changing the percentage allocations to suit your preference. These are guidelines, not absolutes, so don’t feel bound to them. If you do add a bond fund, Vanguard’s Total Bond Market Index (VBMFX) or Schwab’s Total Bond Market (SWLBX) are probably good choices.
