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Why I'm Selling Instead of Buying as New I Bond Rates Decrease

With the release of April 2023 CPI numbers, we can now calculate the new inflation rate on I bonds that will go into effect next month. I put that number at about 3.38%. We don't yet know what the fixed rate will be. But assuming it stays the same, currently 0.40%, I bonds are no longer the attractive investment they once were. Here's why I'm selling, not buying, I bonds. Join the newsletter: ———————————— Video Resources ———————————— CPI: Current I Bond Rates: Historical I Bond Rates: Real Yields: Best Savings Accounts: Best CD Rates: ———————————— Investing Tools ———————————— My Book (Retire Before Mom and Dad): Personal Capital (Investment Tracking, retirement planning ): New Retirement (Retirement Planner): Stock Rover: M1 Finance $30 Bonus (IRA & Taxable Accounts): ———————————— Credit Cards & Banks ———————————— My Favorite Credit Cards: My Favorite Online Banks: ———————————— Popular Videos ———————————— 1️⃣ How to Create a 3-Fund Po...