How do Treasury bills, notes, bonds, and TIPS differ from savings bonds?
Unlike savings bonds, Treasury bills, notes, bonds, and TIPS are transferable, so you can buy or sell them in the securities market. Also, savings bonds are issued in electronic and paper form, whereas Treasury bills, notes, bonds, and TIPS are issued in electronic form only. You can buy Treasury bills, notes, bonds, and TIPS for a minimum of $100, and you can buy savings bonds for as little as $25.
