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State of Israel Bonds For over fifty years, during peace and during war, investors in Israel Bonds have stood shoulder to shoulder with the people of Israel. Every day, more Israelis lose their lives, and every day the dream of Israel that sustained Jews in the Diaspora for 2000 years looks ever more fragile. When we invest in Israel Bonds we send a message to the people of Israel that they are not alone in their struggle. What are Israel Bonds? Israel Bonds are securities issued by the State of Israel to help build and strengthen the nation's economy and infrastructure. They are not a donation as they pay competitive interest to the purchasers of the Bonds. The Bonds are an investment in the State of Israel. Are Israel Bonds a safe investment? Israel Bonds are backed by the full faith and credit of the Government of Israel, which has maintained a perfect record of repayment of interest and principal since the first bond was issued almost 50 years ago. Israel Bonds are rated "investment grade" by both Moody's(A2)and Standard & Poor's(A-). Where does the money invested in Israel Bonds go? Israel Bonds are not used to fund weapons purchases. The proceeds from Israel Bond sales go directly to the Treasury for highways, bridges, communications links, water projects, and port and airport expansion. Proceeds are also used to resettle new immigrants. How do I invest in Israel Bonds? The local person to contact is Larry Holtzman. You may also call directly to the local Israel Bond office in Houston at (1-800)676-3101.Current interest rates will be quoted at that time. Can I invest in Israel Bonds though my IRA or Roth IRA? Yes.
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