definitely talk to a legal advisor when unsure, as the information and arguments in both directions available on the internet…
PSS...The calendar issue raised in this thread should be carefully analyzed. When is a transfer by gift box to the…
On a Treasury note, just like a TIPS, the high yield is the auction result. So use the high yield.
David, the 5-Year Note auction closed today with an interest rate of 3 7/8% and a "high yield" of 3.955%.…
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When rates decline, I Bonds get more attractive
By David Enna, Tipswatch.com Last week, I noticed something very interesting: The real yield of the most recent 5-year TIPS fell on the secondary market at one point to 1.08% and closed the week at 1.10%. CUSIP 91282CNB3 had its … Continue reading
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February inflation brings good news for markets
Annual rates for both all-items and core inflation fell from January levels and came in under expectations. By David Enna, Tipswatch.com Finally, some good news on inflation. The February inflation report just released by the Bureau of Labor Statistics shows … Continue reading
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September inflation sets I Bond’s new variable rate at 1.90%
Social Security COLA will be 2.5% for payments beginning in January. By David Enna, Tipswatch.com The September inflation report, just released by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, gives the final pieces of data to determine 1) the new variable … Continue reading
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February inflation again slides higher than expectations
Markets react with a shrug, but what does it mean for the Federal Reserve? By David Enna, Tipswatch.com February’s inflation report, just released by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, provides further support to the Federal Reserve’s caution on launching into … Continue reading
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Treasury Inflation-Protected Securities 
I wonder if TD's required 5 day holding period adds to thew complication of the calendar issue. What about a…