Buying Bonds On Etrade May 2026

: Debt securities issued by government-sponsored entities like Fannie Mae or Freddie Mac.

: Often called "junk" bonds, these carry ratings below BBB and offer higher potential returns for higher risk. Trading Fees and Commissions buying bonds on etrade

E*TRADE utilizes a split fee structure based on whether you are buying new issues or trading on the secondary market. Transaction Type Fee / Commission Online Secondary Trades (Other Bonds) $1.00 per bond ($10 min / $250 max) New Issues (Non-Treasury) $0 (included in offering price concession) Broker-Assisted Trades Online price + $20 commission Step-by-Step Guide to Buying Bonds Transaction Type Fee / Commission Online Secondary Trades

: Issued by state and local governments; interest is often free from federal income tax and sometimes state/local taxes. and T-bonds (long-term)

: Includes T-bills (short-term), T-notes (intermediate), and T-bonds (long-term), which are exempt from state and local taxes.