Treasury bonds are redeemed electronically through TreasuryDirect.gov. Here's a breakdown of the process:
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Access Your TreasuryDirect Account: Log into your primary TreasuryDirect account. This is your portal for managing your Treasury securities.
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Navigate to ManageDirect: Click the "ManageDirect" tab typically located at the top of the page. This section provides tools for managing your holdings.
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Initiate Redemption: Under the "Manage My Securities" heading, find and click on the "Redeem securities" option. This will take you to the redemption page.
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Select Security Type: On the Redemption page, you'll see options for different security types. Choose the button next to the specific Treasury bond you wish to redeem and click "Submit".
In summary, redemption is a straightforward online process done through your TreasuryDirect account.