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Best Places to Put Emergency Savings in 2026: 6 Options Beyond a Regular Savings Account

Emergency savings do not need to sit in one boring account forever. In 2026, savers have several places to keep cash accessible, earn interest, and potentially protect more of their money from inflation without tossing the whole emergency fund into the stock market roller coaster.

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I Bonds Now Pay 4.26% Through October 2026: 5 Rules Savers Should Know Before Buying

I Bonds Now Pay 4.26% Through October 2026: 5 Rules Savers Should Know Before Buying

A 4.26% return has put I Bonds back on many savers’ radar, especially for people who want a safe place for money without watching inflation nibble away at their purchasing power. Through October 2026, new I Bonds earn a composite rate of 4.26%, giving cautious savers a reason to take…

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The Paper Trail: A 2026 Protocol for Cashing Deceased Relative’s Savings Bonds

The Paper Trail: A 2026 Protocol for Cashing Deceased Relative’s Savings Bonds

The moment a family member passes away, emotions run high, and practical matters often collide with grief. Among these pressing issues, uncovering and cashing a deceased relative’s savings bonds can feel daunting. Many people don’t realize that savings bonds—those quiet investments tucked into drawers or safe deposit boxes—still hold value…

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5 Ways To Give Money to Kids This Holiday Season

Discover creative ways to give money to kids -- like bonds, 529 plans, stocks and more. Doing so can make your holiday gift meaningful and future-focused.

Is It Still Worth It to Gift Savings Bonds?

Kiplinger editor explores if it's still a good idea to get savings bonds as gifts for children, looking at their returns and usability.

Farewell Paper I-Bonds: Savings Bonds Are Going Online-Only

The last remaining way to buy a paper savings bond in the U.S. (with your income tax refund) won't be available from January 2025. Tax filers will still be able to buy I-bonds online, however.

What are Series I bonds (and why was everyone so crazy about them in 2022)?

Series I savings bonds are low-risk, modest return securities backed by the full faith of Uncle Sam.

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Taking Advantage of the High-Interest Rate Environment

Taking Advantage of the High-Interest Rate Environment

The choice between investing in cash treasuries (individual Treasury securities) or Treasury Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs) depends on your investment goals, risk tolerance, and preferences. We will discuss factors when deciding between the two and unveil some little-known or often-overlooked points.

TIPS vs I-Bonds

TIPS vs I-Bonds

Both TIPS and I-bonds are hedges against inflation. Learn about the pros and cons of each before you invest.

You've got bonds, the government's got cash

You've got bonds, the government's got cash

Cashing in savings bonds is all about identifying your bond type. From there, the path is clear.

Are Treasury Bills a Good Investment?

Are Treasury Bills a Good Investment?

Treasury bills, or T-bills, are backed by the full faith and credit of the U.S. government. Treasury bills top the list of the safest places to save your cash.

Series I bond rates decline to still-high 6.89% ⁠— here’s how to buy them

If you’re looking for an investment with a high interest rate, inflation protection and the safety of government backing, then Series I bonds could be an attractive addition to your portfolio. The Treasury Department announced that I bonds will now pay 6.89% for a full six months on any bonds…

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What Are I-Bonds? Inflation Made Them Popular. What Now?

What Are I-Bonds? Inflation Made Them Popular. What Now?

Inflation has made Series I savings bonds, known as I-bonds, enormously popular with risk-averse investors. How do they work?

The Rate Hike Investors Actually Like Crashes The TreasuryDirect Website

The Rate Hike Investors Actually Like Crashes The TreasuryDirect Website

Inflation hedge Series I savings bonds paying 9.62% unleashed a flood of buyers to the Treasury Department website on Wednesday, crashing the website ahead of a Friday deadline to receive the guaranteed 9.62% interest rate. What Happened: "Due to exceptionally high traffic, the TreasuryDirect website has experienced intermittent slowdowns today,"…

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Series I bonds pay record 9.62% interest rate ⁠— here’s how to buy them

If you’re looking for an investment with a high interest rate, inflation protection and the safety of government backing, then Series I bonds could be an attractive addition to your portfolio. The interest rate on these bonds increases as inflation rises, ensuring that your payout keeps pace with rising prices…

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Series I bonds pay record 9.62% interest rate ⁠— here’s how to buy them

If you’re looking for an investment with a high interest rate, inflation protection and the safety of government backing, then Series I bonds could be an attractive addition to your portfolio. The interest rate on these bonds increases as inflation rises, ensuring that your payout keeps pace with rising prices…

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