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Originally Posted by aida2003
Hmm... I wonder where cash could beat 4.75% today. Is there a time frame when the 20/80 portfolio would beat 4.75% rate? Sure you've got to earn much more because something will go to the taxman.
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First- all other points you posted alknowledged. Right now cash beating 4.75% by itself would be tough. Maybe some long term CDs combined with other investments. Most people which pay off mortgage will not regret it- emotional decision for sure. But to respond as to how I would allocate money to beat 4.75% in todays market:
RPSIX is a 15-85 mutual fund which could beat 4.75% after taxes (7%, taxed at 25% is still 5.25%). This fund keeps money in cash (not all of it, but some)
PRPFX is a 30-5-16-16-16-16 mutual fund which has little tax distributions and has historically returned more than 7% per year as well before taxes. This fund also keeps some money in cash.
Both funds could have share prices swings >1% each day (not often, but does happen), so tread lightly if you do not like moderate short term risk. week over week and month over month these funds are SOLID.