Series I savings bonds, better known as I bonds to many Americans, can help you get an excellent yield from your savings, and without taking on excess risk. However, there are a few big caveats you should be aware of before buying I bonds, as Certified Financial Planner® Matthew Frankel explains in this video.
I Bonds: A Guaranteed 9.62% Yield -- but There's a Catch
By Matt Frankel – Sep 13, 2022 at 7:00AM
There's no such thing as a perfect high-income investment.
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Matt Frankel, CFP, is a contributing Motley Fool stock market analyst and personal finance expert covering financial stocks, REITs, SPACs, and personal finance. Prior to The Motley Fool, Matt taught high school and college mathematics. He holds a bachelor’s degree in physics from the University of South Carolina, a master’s degree in mathematics from Nova Southeastern University, and a graduate certificate in financial planning from Florida State University. He won a SABEW award for coverage of the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act. He is also regularly interviewed by Cheddar, The National Desk, and other TV networks and publications for his financial, stock market, and investing expertise.