Keep in mind that bond prices move opposite interest rates. If you think the Fed will be raising interest rates (and I do), bond prices can be expected to sink.
Personally, I find I can buy certain stocks with a higher dividend rate (e.g., TWO @ 11.47%) than bonds. Also, the price is pretty stable and my holdings have never failed to pay their dividend.
Just something to be aware of.
There are some pretty sound companies with dividend stocks paying a 6.5% dividend like clockwork.Full liquidity if you need to sell. A great rate if you park your money in their stock.
I know the Fed has promised 3 rate hikes of .25 each in 2022, but I can’t imagine the Board resisting democrat complaints of meddling in the market during an election year.