Notice of Sale
The notice published by an issuer to advertise an upcoming sale of bonds in a competitive sale.
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Competitive Bid / Sale
A method of selling Bonds in which one or more Underwriters submit proposals for the purchase of the Bonds. The Bonds are awarded to the Underwriter submitting the best bid, determined by the method specified in the Notice of Sale.
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Negotiated Sale
The sale of a new issue of bonds by an issuer through an exclusive agreement with an underwriter or underwriting syndicate selected by the issuer.
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Private Loan Financing Test
One of the tests used in establishing whether a bond is a private activity bond (PAB) for tax purposes. The private loan financing test specifically determines whether more than $5 million or 5% of the proceeds of a bond issuer are used to directly or indirectly finance loans to one or more non-governmental persons.