Because of their distinctive structure, closed-end funds could offer investors a leg up in the muni market, but be sure to get comfortable with the quirks of CEFs before investing.
Improving local-government finances and lower default rates than corporates have made high-yield municipal bonds an attractive option for investors eyeing tax-free income, says Nuveen's John Miller.
As fixed-income CEFs appreciate, investors seeking yield should be cognizant of bond rollover into lower-yielding assets as well as the added risk of leverage, says RiverNorth's Patrick Galley.
Morningstar ETF analyst Tim Strauts explains the strategy behind the PowerShares Senior Loan Portfolio ETF and what potential bank-loan investors should consider before jumping aboard.