Uncovering the Forgotten Value of Series I Bonds

If you bought Series I bonds and forgot about them, you can log into your TreasuryDirect account to check your balance and calculate your cumulative interest rate. The current composite rate is 4.3%, but the upcoming rate will be announced by the Treasury. You have options: hold onto the bonds for long-term preservation of capital, cash them out and buy I-bonds with a fixed-rate component, or invest in other Treasury products like TIPS. Financial experts suggest considering the current rates and inflation protection when making a decision.