How do savings bonds work?

When you buy a U.S. savings bond, you lend money to the U.S. government. In turn, the government agrees to pay that much money back later - plus additional money (interest). Buy once. Earn interest for up to 30 years. Backed by the full faith and credit of the U.S. government. Buy them for as little as $25. Guaranteed to double in value in 20 years

How much does online bond trading cost?

Access to a wide range of fixed income investment options, including, FDIC-insured CDs, 1 bond funds, over 100,000 individual bonds, and professionally managed bond portfolios. Low, transparent fees of just $1 per online bond trade, which could save you up to $15 per bond, 2 plus free online trading for US treasuries and CDs. 3

Where can I buy and redeem US Savings Bonds?

TreasuryDirect.gov is the one and only place to electronically buy and redeem U.S. Savings Bonds. We also offer electronic sales and auctions of other U.S.-backed investments to the general public, financial professionals, and state and local governments.