What Are Series EE Bonds?

EE series bonds are a new type of savings bonds in the United States. It was first issued in January 1980, with a face value of $ 50 to 10,000, and was issued at a price of 50% of the face value, with an annual purchase limit of $ 30,000 (issued price of $ 15,000). The maturity period of EE series bonds purchased before November 1, 1980 is 11 years, and the maturity period purchased before March 1, 1981 is 9 years, and thereafter, the maturity period purchased before November 1, 1982 is 8 years, and November 1982 The purchase period is 1 year and 10 years later. ^[1]