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State, county, and local governments also borrow money by selling municipal bonds (frequently referred to as "munis").

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How are municipal bonds used?

Municipal bonds are used to borrow against assets.


When are municipal bonds exempt from taxes?

Municipal Bonds are bonds that are tax exempt from many tax offices. Municipal Bonds are exempt from tax when they are accepted by the local tax office depending on the law of the state.


Which Oregon Municipal Bonds are available?

I believe this is the best and most updated list of Oregon Municipal Bonds that are available. http://investment-income.net/rates/municipal-bonds-rate-page


wHA ARE tAXABLE mUNICIPAL bONDS Are they suitable for IRA investments. Why are they issued compared to Tax Exempt Municipal Bonds?

Taxable municipal bonds are bonds issued by governments (municipal bonds) that are NON-tax exempt (most munis are.) They are often better for IRA investments than tax-exempt bonds because they tend to pay higher interest rates and IRAs are tax exempt anyway. They are issued for a variety of reasons (often, they don't count against a bond issuers' cap) but, in part, because they are a good investment vehicle for IRAs and other tax exempt accounts.


Where can you get insured municipal bonds?

When looking to secure insured municipal bonds to gain some advice before securing any. Sites such as Bank Rate offer information about insured municipal bonds. Information about how to get insured municipal bonds is available from the news section of the Morning Star website.


Where can information on buying municipal bonds be found?

An investment banker can provide information on municipal bonds and stocks. When purchasing municipal bonds you are technically lending money to the bond and in return getting reimbursed with interest.


Where does one find information about purchasing municipal bonds?

One can find out information about purchasing municipal bonds from the Securities and Exchange Commission website. There is an informative bulletin regarding municipal bonds located on their website.


What are some websites that I could learn about municipal bonds?

Municipal bonds are isused by counties, cities and states. They can be purchased directly from them upon their release. Another way to buy municipal bonds is through a broker.


What is a city court often called?

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Why are municipal bonds tax free?

Municipal bonds are often tax-free because the interest earned from these bonds is exempt from federal income tax, and sometimes state and local taxes as well. This tax exemption is meant to encourage investment in local government projects and infrastructure.


What is issued by state or local government to raise funds?

State or local governments issue municipal bonds (often called "munis") to raise funds for public projects. These bonds help finance infrastructure projects like building schools, highways, hospitals, and other essential community facilities. Municipal bonds come in two main types: General Obligation Bonds – These are backed by the credit and taxing power of the issuing government entity, meaning they rely on taxes for repayment. Revenue Bonds – These are repaid from specific revenue sources, such as tolls or fees from public facilities like airports or utilities. Investors in municipal bonds typically receive tax benefits, as the interest earned is often exempt from federal income tax and sometimes state and local taxes as well, making them an attractive investment for certain investors.


What are the two types of municipal bonds?

The two main types of municipal bonds are general obligation bonds, which are backed by the full faith and credit of the issuing municipality, and revenue bonds, which are backed by the revenue generated from a specific project or source, such as tolls or utility fees.