Investment

Although the current 2.2 percent interest rate on Series I savings bonds is appealing, purchasing the bonds has grown more difficult. Paper Series I and EE savings bonds—those handy envelope stuffer gifts—can no longer be purchased in banks or credit unions; instead, you must purchase electronic bonds through TreasuryDirect, the Treasury Department’s Web-based system. Our […]

Whether you have a paper or electronic savings bond will determine where you can cash it in. Paper bonds Your bank or credit union should be able to cash in your paper savings bonds. If you’re going to a financial institution where you’re not a member or customer, check to see if they’ll cash your […]

TreasuryDirect – Use an online account to purchase electronic savings bonds from the US Treasury. It’s both practical and safe. At www.treasurydirect.gov, you can open an account for as little as $25. What is the price of a $100 savings bond? Last month, I gave a talk on the significance of basic financial planning skills […]

Standing orders are used to ensure that your spending commitments are met. We refer to ‘committed spending’ as things you know you’ll have to pay for each month – typically every month. Rent or mortgage payments, utility bills, phone bills, streaming service subscriptions, and gym memberships are all examples of committed spending. And, in most […]

Premium Bonds can be purchased through our safe online system. Please have your debit card information handy. You can buy Premium Bonds by bank transfer if you or the child you’re buying for already have some (including standing order). Is it possible to purchase Premium Bonds through my bank? Every year, millions of Britons purchase […]

Premium Bonds can be purchased through our safe online system. Please have your debit card information handy. You can buy Premium Bonds by bank transfer if you or the child you’re buying for already have some (including standing order). How do I purchase Premium Bonds using my smartphone? Every year, millions of Britons purchase Premium […]

From April 1, savers will no longer be able to purchase Premium Bonds in cash at the Post Office, as services continue to move online. Is it possible to purchase Premium Bonds over the counter? Every year, millions of Britons purchase Premium Bonds through the government-backed National Savings and Investments (NS&I). Instead of paying interest, […]

Premium Bonds can be purchased through our safe online system. Please have your debit card information handy. You can buy Premium Bonds by bank transfer if you or the child you’re buying for already have some (including standing order). Is it possible to purchase Premium Bonds through my bank? Every year, millions of Britons purchase […]

Paper savings bonds are no longer marketed by financial institutions as of January 1, 2012. Treasury’s goal of increasing the number of electronic transactions with citizens and businesses is being furthered by this measure. SeriesEE savings bonds are low-risk savings instruments that yield interest until 30 years have passed or you cash them in, whichever […]

Although the current 2.2 percent interest rate on Series I savings bonds is appealing, purchasing the bonds has grown more difficult. Paper Series I and EE savings bonds—those handy envelope stuffer gifts—can no longer be purchased in banks or credit unions; instead, you must purchase electronic bonds through TreasuryDirect, the Treasury Department’s Web-based system. Our […]