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+0.8%Fed Funds Rate
5.25%
10Y Treasury
4.12%
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21.4x
Inflation
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THE REALITY OF
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In 2026, nominal returns are a myth. We provide the tools to see your capital for what it really is.
Tax-Advantaged Yields
US Treasuries are exempt from State & Local taxes.
Real Purchasing Power
Adjusting portfolio gains against 2026 CPI baseline.
Behavioral Audits
Converting losses into hours worked.
The short version
Wondering where to park cash? In high-tax states, Treasuries often beat high-yield savings after tax—and your real return is what you keep after inflation.
Numbers worth knowing
4.12%
Sample 10Y Treasury (verify live)
Source: Save-Check dashboard snapshot
3.4%
Sample CPI reference
Source: BLS 2026 estimate
How to use this tool
- Compare headline Treasury and HYSA yields side by side.
- Enter your state tax rate to see after-tax cash yield.
- Subtract a CPI reference to estimate inflation-adjusted (real) return.
- Use the numbers for education—verify live rates before moving money.
5.0% T-Bill vs 5.3% HYSA in California (~9.3% state tax)
A 5.0% Treasury yield is often exempt from state tax; a 5.3% taxable HYSA in CA might net ~4.8% after ~9.3% state tax (federal tax ignored here for simplicity). With ~3.4% CPI, the T-Bill real return is roughly +1.6% vs about +1.4% for the HYSA—small edge, but it widens in higher-tax states. Rates change daily; check Treasury.gov and your bank.
Limitations
- Uses sample rates and simplified tax math—your bracket, AMT, and local taxes differ.
- Inflation inputs are illustrative CPI references, not forecasts.
- Educational only—not investment, tax, or financial advice; consult a licensed advisor.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Treasury vs HYSA—which is better after tax?
- Treasury interest is usually exempt from state and local tax—in high-tax states like CA or NY, a 5% T-Bill can beat a 5.5% taxable HYSA after tax.
- What is real return?
- Subtract inflation from your return—that shows whether your money actually bought more, not just grew on paper.
- Is this financial advice?
- No—this is educational math only; talk to a licensed advisor before you move real money.
References
- US Treasury — Daily Rates(accessed 2026-06-12)
- BLS CPI(accessed 2026-06-12)
- SEC Investor.gov(accessed 2026-06-12)