: Buy any amount from $25 up to $10,000 per series, per year.
: Select either Series EE or Series I savings bonds.
: If you redeem before 5 years , you lose the last 3 months of interest.
: Interest is exempt from state and local taxes and can be federal tax-free if used for qualified higher education.
: Register at TreasuryDirect with your Social Security number, email, and bank details.
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: Once logged in, choose the tab at the top to start a purchase.
: You must keep bonds for at least 12 months before you can cash them.