By
eHow Personal Finance Editor
Difficulty: Moderately Easy
Things You’ll Need:
Step1
Find out whether your local bank provides savings bonds. If it doesn't, ask your banker to refer you to another source.
Step2
Meet with an officer at a bank that does sell bonds.
Step3
Decide how much money you wish to spend.
Step4
Determine your purpose in buying a savings bond. Nowadays, they are usually given as gifts to infants and children on birthdays and other important occasions.
Step5
Know the full name and, if possible, the Social Security number of the person who will receive the bond.
Step6
Complete the necessary paperwork.
Step7
Arrange for payment, either by withdrawing the money from your account, writing a check or paying cash.
Step8
Give the savings bond in person.