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The US Government Savings Bond Calculator estimates the current value of savings bonds based on the purchase amount, annual interest rate, and years held. It uses semi-annual compounding to provide accurate valuation of government bonds.
The calculator uses the savings bond formula:
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Explanation: The formula accounts for semi-annual compounding, where interest is applied twice per year, resulting in more accurate growth calculation for government savings bonds.
Details: Accurate bond valuation helps investors understand the growth of their government investments, plan for future financial goals, and make informed decisions about bond redemption timing.
Tips: Enter the original purchase amount in USD, annual interest rate as a decimal (e.g., 0.05 for 5%), and the number of years the bond has been held. All values must be positive numbers.
Q1: What types of savings bonds does this calculator work for?
A: This calculator works for Series EE and Series I savings bonds that use semi-annual compounding interest.
Q2: How often is interest compounded on savings bonds?
A: US government savings bonds typically compound interest semi-annually (twice per year).
Q3: Are there any penalties for early redemption?
A: Savings bonds must be held for at least one year, and redeeming within the first five years results in losing the last three months of interest.
Q4: What is the minimum investment for savings bonds?
A: The minimum purchase amount for electronic savings bonds is $25, while paper bonds have different minimums.
Q5: How do I find the current interest rate for savings bonds?
A: Current rates are published by the Treasury Department and can be found on TreasuryDirect.gov.