Series 82: 3.3.3. Secured Bonds

3.3.3.  Secured Bonds

Secured bonds are bonds backed by a property or some other real asset, such as physical equipment that acts as collateral for the loan. In the event of default, the property can be foreclosed and sold off to repay the bond. Secured bonds are considered high grade, safe investments, because they are paid off first, ahead of all other bonds. Because they are a safer investment, they generally pay a lower yield.