Upon maturity the Series EE savings bond stops paying interest which brings up an interesting option for holders of matured savings bonds. Since the banks are paying close to zero on savings there is really no financial penalty for holding the Series EE bonds past the maturity date. In addition, federal tax on the interest earned on the savings bonds are not due until the bonds are actually cashed in which gives the holder the flexibility of shifting income to a particular year. For someone nearing retirement and holding Series EE bonds which have matured it would probably make sense to hold off on cashing in the bonds until retirement when the bond holder would probably have lower income and thus a lower tax rate.
how long does it take for a series 11 boud to mature?
About 17 to 20 years, depending on what series it is. The years I've listed above are for series EE.
It's a alphabetical number system. From Wikipedia: The first modern U.S. Savings Bonds were issued in 1935, to replace United States Postal Service Bonds. They were marketed as a safe investment that was accessible to everyone. The first bonds, series A, were followed by series B, C, D, E, EE, F, G, H, HH, and I.
Savings bonds are sold in different denominations (also known as face value). The purchase price (also known as the issue price) of a savings bond is half of the face value. An EE savings bond purchased twenty years ago in December 1993 for $250 with a face value of $500 is currently worth $536.00. The current value of the bond is based on the original issue price of $250 plus $286 in accrued interest. EE savings bonds issued in 1993 have a final maturity date of 30 years and pay a fixed rate of 4.0%. A savings bond purchased in December 1993 would have a final maturity date of December 2023. The tax liability for interest on a savings bond can be deferred until the bond is cashed in. The exact details on any particular savings bond can be found by going to the official government website . In order to obtain information on a savings bond, you must enter the bond series, the denomination, the bond serial number and the issue date.
Patriot Bonds are Series EE savings bonds, which are specially inscribed with the words "Patriot Bond." The Patriot Bond series will begin December 11, 2001. Bonds increase in value every month, and interest is compounded semiannually. You can cash your bond after six months. Bonds cashed before they are five years old are subject to a 3-month interest penalty.
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twenty years
Upon maturity the Series EE savings bond stops paying interest which brings up an interesting option for holders of matured savings bonds. Since the banks are paying close to zero on savings there is really no financial penalty for holding the Series EE bonds past the maturity date. In addition, federal tax on the interest earned on the savings bonds are not due until the bonds are actually cashed in which gives the holder the flexibility of shifting income to a particular year. For someone nearing retirement and holding Series EE bonds which have matured it would probably make sense to hold off on cashing in the bonds until retirement when the bond holder would probably have lower income and thus a lower tax rate.
Pretty sure that depends on the interest rate at the time you purchase the EE series bonds. You can look up the value of EE bonds on the internet. You need the bond numbers and it will tell you when it was purchased and the current value and the percentage you are earning.
how long does it take for a series 11 boud to mature?
http://www.savings-bond-advisor.com/savings-bond-calculator/#calc
Adjusted for inflation, $1 of bonds then is worth $11 now.
http://www.treasurydirect.gov/BC/SBCPrice
About 17 to 20 years, depending on what series it is. The years I've listed above are for series EE.
http://www.treasurydirect.gov/BC/SBCPrice
It depends on the date of issue. The value gradually increases over time, up to a maximum of 30 years. After that, it can still be redeemed, but the value has peaked.