Series I bonds and EE bonds are popular U.S. savings bonds that offer a safe way to save. Choosing between the two can be difficult. The best place to start is to gain an understanding of the ...

Both types of savings bonds — Series EE and Series I — are "zero coupon," which means they pay interest only when they're redeemed. Savings bonds tend to offer lower returns than stocks and ...

The federal tax consequences for Series EE and I U.S. savings bonds are anything but straightforward. Although the interest on these bonds is fully exempt from state and local taxes, the federal ...

U.S. savings bonds are low-risk, low-yield assets backed by the U.S. government. Savings bonds accrue interest for 30 years or until they are redeemed. Redemption is available after 12 months.

Fact checked by Pete Rathburn Reviewed by Chip Stapleton When it comes to conservative investments, nothing says the safety of principal like Treasury securities. These instruments have stood for ...