What is a Series I-Bond?
An I-Bond is a savings bond you can purchase from treasury direct that helps protect you from inflation. An I-Bond earns interest at both a fixed rate and the inflation rate, which is determined by the treasury department and is adjusted twice a year.  You can purchase up to $10,000 of electronic I-Bonds per calendar year.
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What is a Series I-Bond?

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An I-Bond is a savings bond you can purchase from treasury direct that helps protect you from inflation. An I-Bond earns interest at both a fixed rate and the inflation rate, which is determined by the treasury department and is adjusted twice a year.  You can purchase up to $10,000 of electronic I-Bonds per calendar year.
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