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Key takeaways
- You can check the value of your savings bond through the TreasuryDirect website.
- Even if you have paper savings bonds, you can check your value online, as long as you have the issue date, bond series and denomination with it.
- To get the most out of your savings bond, it’s important to wait until it matures before cashing it in.
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