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Savings Bonds

Savings bonds are a safe, risk-free investment guaranteed by the United States government. Unlike other investments, savings bonds guarantee you will never lose any of your initial investment. There are several types of savings bond, each with different features and yields.
5 Reasons to Buy U.S. Savings Bonds
If you are considering investing in United States savings bonds, this article from Bankrate.com may help make up your mind. Includes the benefits of each type of savings bonds [EE, HH, and I], as well as information on bond taxes.
J.P. Morgan Government Bond Index
The House of Morgan's rating on world-government credibility. The most widely used benchmark in the industry for government bonds. The site includes information on United States bonds.
More Seeking Safety in Savings Bonds
U.S. stock markets have been wobbling downward now for months. But one investment is gaining converts daily by consistently making money for its clients: United States savings bonds.
Tax - Information on U.S. Savings Bonds & Tax
Charts, tables, and discussion on the tax effects of United States savings bond ownership. A great page to print off if you are considering purchasing a large amount of savings bonds.
U.S. Savings Bonds - The Best Resource Online
The absolute best resource for United States savings bonds available online. This site calculates the current value of your savings bonds, gives information on purchasing savings bonds, explains the basics of the different types of savings bonds available, and much more.
U.S. Savings Bonds for Investment Purposes
The many advantages offered by United States savings bonds make them attractive to investors. These include the lack of commission upon purchase or redemption of bonds, the full backing of the government, the deferral of interest income tax, and the exemption of interest income from city or state income taxes.

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