Archive for November, 2009

Why are US Savings Bonds considered so safe?

Sunday, November 8th, 2009

Keith asked: I realize they are “backed by the full faith and credit of the United States”, but the United States is in debt up to its ears.
They seem less credit worthy than junk bonds.Kelli Chamorro

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What does it mean for a savings bond to mature?

Saturday, November 7th, 2009

anjlbeing asked: It’s been over 20 years since I have had my savings bonds. I have 2 that originated at $50 and 2 at $75. How long does it take to “mature” and what does this mean? How much taxes do I have to pay on them if I cash them out? I am thinking [...]

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How much will I get if I cash in a $100 savings bond that matures in 29 or 30 years?

Friday, November 6th, 2009

YamiNoSensei asked: These are U.S. Series EE savings bonds, purchased from 6 to 18 months ago. I know nothing about how this works as I didn’t purchase them myself; they were given to me by a relative who has passed on. Also, can they be cashed at my credit union or is there some particular [...]

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Where do i buy bonds a savings?

Friday, November 6th, 2009

bboyballer112 asked: Where can I get T-bonds, bank notes, (what are bank notes) Stocks, mutual funds foreclosed homes business partners gold and silver also foreign exchange money?
If you at least one your answer is much appreciated thank you!Ellsworth Mulrooney

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I am clueless about stocks, bonds, savings, investing?

Friday, November 6th, 2009

Mandy N asked: I am a college student, and I want to invest in something that will give me more money when I am able to take it out. I want to invest in something that is not allowed to be touched for 5-10/20 years. I understand that I am going to want to [...]

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savings bonds?

Thursday, November 5th, 2009

ryanleg12289 asked: i have some savings bonda and i don’t know how to cash them or deposit them i really want to deposit them does anyone know how to do that please helpShirlene Tamura

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How would you invest $10K if you already have healthy savings (stocks/bonds), own a house and have no debt?

Tuesday, November 3rd, 2009

PFinance asked: Update: over income limits for a Roth IRA, already fully max out a traditional IRADante Droesch

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What should I do with savings bonds? ?

Monday, November 2nd, 2009

HRchick asked: We have several savings bonds for our boys. Are they safe during these horrific economic times? Should we cash them in and hide the money under our mattress until things improve?Prince Kappe

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savings bonds?

Sunday, November 1st, 2009

Mazing asked: when i was in kindergarten i got a $50 savings bond also a couple of months ago i got one for a $100 when can i take them out so i get all the money for them
i am now in 7th gradeStefanie

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