Episodes 52
Avg. Duration 27m
Activity Highly Active
Apple Rating 4.9 (25)
Since Oct 2019
Latest Episode Jun 2026

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Are you searching for an objective source to help you understand how to manage fixed income investments for your financial institution?  Each week, join Chris Nelson, a 30-year banking and investment veteran, as he covers fixed income securities and investment portfolio management, and discusses the latest news and developments in the financial markets.

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Understanding Step-Up Agency Bonds

Jun 07, 2026 31m

Welcome to Bond Investment Mentor! In this episode, Chris breaks down callable step-up agency bonds. He explains how these agency bonds work and how these investments could deliver less than you…

Callable Agency Bonds: Know the Trade-Offs

May 17, 2026 42m

Welcome to Bond Investment Mentor! In this episode, Chris explores callable agency bonds and examines what you're actually trading away when you buy these securities. He walks through how callable…

Before You Buy: Your Pre-Purchase Due Diligence Process

Apr 30, 2026 37m

Welcome to Bond Investment Mentor! In this episode, Chris discusses the importance of establishing a solid investment pre-purchase due diligence process. He shares a four-question framework to help…

When Did You Last Really Look at Your Investment Policy?

Apr 17, 2026 33m

Welcome to Bond Investment Mentor! In this episode, Chris explores why most investment policies are built to fight the last crisis and how that reactive approach leaves institutions exposed to…

Investing in Bank Sub-Debt

Apr 06, 2026 46m

Welcome to Bond Investment Mentor! In this episode, Chris breaks down bank subordinated debt as community banks face a wave of refinancing offers. Learn what makes sub-debt riskier than typical…

Cash Flow Is King

Mar 20, 2026 33m

Welcome to Bond Investment Mentor! In this episode, Chris explores why strategic cash flow management should be your number one liquidity tool for managing the investment portfolio. Learn how to move…

The Return of Prepayment Risk Management

Apr 05, 2025 39m

Welcome to Bond Investment Mentor! In this episode, Chris discusses prepayment risk, why it may be making a comeback, and how to manage this risk in investment portfolios.In this episode:Celebrating…

The Power Of Strategic Portfolio Management

Mar 22, 2025 38m

Welcome to Bond Investment Mentor! In this episode, Chris explores the power of strategic portfolio management and why it's essential for community financial institutions in today's uncertain…

Rates Are Changing, What Should We Do Now?

Feb 06, 2024 26m

In this episode:FOMC decision (1:35)BTFP is officially ending (6:09)Discount Window proposal (7:55)Federal Reserve info on Discount Window collateral (Click here)Rates are changing, what should we…

Let's Get Ready for 2024!

Jan 17, 2024 28m

In this episode:Bond market review (2:14)Federal Reserve update (4:59)BTFP expirationFOMC membership changesPortfolio preparations for 2024 (10:12)Join us at the Fixed Income Institute (LEARN MORE)If…

The Importance of Proactive Balance Sheet Management

Dec 22, 2023 44m

In this episode:Special Guest:  Darnell Canada from Darling Consulting GroupJoin us at the Fixed Income Institute (LEARN MORE)1-on-1 mentoring - Professional development for community bankers (LEARN…

Diving Into The World of Derivatives

Dec 12, 2023 35m

In this episode:Special Guest:  Bob Newman from Chatham FinancialJoin us at the Fixed Income Institute (LEARN MORE)If you have questions about anything covered in this episode, please email me at…

Revisiting the Rate Setting Playbook

Dec 04, 2023 40m

In this episode:Special Guest:  Neil Stanley from The Core PointPressure Gauge for Bank Funding (Click here to try it!)Join us at the Fixed Income Institute (LEARN MORE)If you have questions about…

The Ultimate Investment Resource for Community Bankers

Nov 16, 2023 23m

Welcome to Bond Investment Mentor! This is a podcast dedicated to helping community financial institutions master the art of fixed-income investments.In this episode:Results of FHFA review of FHLB…

Shaping Future Bankers: A Look Inside Pacific Coast Banking School

Aug 14, 2023 39m

Welcome to Bond Investment Mentor! This is a podcast dedicated to helping community financial institutions master the art of fixed-income investments.In this episode:Review of bond markets &…

The Basics of SBA Securities

Aug 07, 2023 20m

Welcome to Bond Investment Mentor! This is a podcast dedicated to helping community financial institutions master the art of fixed-income investments.In this episode:Review of bond markets &…

The Basics of Commercial MBS

Jul 24, 2023 22m

Welcome to Bond Investment Mentor! This is a podcast dedicated to helping community financial institutions master the art of fixed-income investments.In this episode:Bond market review (2;34)EMMA - A…

The Basics of Municipal Bonds

Jul 17, 2023 24m

Welcome to Bond Investment Mentor! This is a podcast dedicated to helping community financial institutions master the art of fixed-income investments.In this episode:Bond market review (1:59)The…

The Four Levels of Risk

Jul 10, 2023 24m

Welcome to Bond Investment Mentor! This is a podcast dedicated to helping community financial institutions master the art of fixed-income investments.In this episode:Bond market review (1:43)A…

What to Do When You're Not Investing

Jul 02, 2023 22m

Welcome to Bond Investment Mentor! This is a podcast dedicated to helping community financial institutions master the art of fixed-income investments.In this episode:Q2 Bond market & interest…

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