tips/tips fund

[Mysto]

trying to make up my mind which is the best way to go for my AA. I thought we had a previous thread on this issue but I have been unable to find it.

What would be the advantage (if any) of owning individual tips vs. a tips fund or visa versa ?

 

[saluki9]

The same as any other bond fund. You can buy them and hold them to maturity ignoring the fluctuations in between if you so choose.

Also buying the bonds is a little cheaper, and you have better control of the maturity and duration.