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1.
The Series I savings bond combines a fixed interest rate with _______.
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An adjustable rate based on inflation. The purpose of this is to provide a return that keeps pace with inflation.
2.
One advantage of savings bonds is _______.
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The small minimum purchase required. You can buy savings bonds in amounts as low as $25.
3.
If you invested in a Series EE bond in 1998, you can keep your initial investment earning interest in a tax-sheltered bond until ______.
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2028. Your Series EE bond will earn interest for 30 years.
4.
Series EE bonds, series HH bonds, and series I bonds all offer _______.
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A relatively safe investment. Savings bonds are backed by the US government and can provide a relatively safe instrument that helps provide stability to your investment portfolio.
5.
Savings bonds are accessible to many people, since they are available online and are affordable, having a low minimum purchase price and _______.
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No seller's commissions. There are no fees or commissions added to the purchase prices of savings bonds.
6.
If you redeem a Series EE savings bond that you have held for less than five years, _______.
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You will be penalized with the loss of three months' interest. This is the current penalty.