Interest Rate Swap
A type of derivative, in which the interest rate on the bonds is swapped, or exchanged, by the issuer for an agreed-upon fixed rate or variable rate based upon an index, calculated on a notional principal amount.
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Millage or Mill
Millage is the percentage of value of property that is used in calculating Taxes. A mill is defined as 1/10 of 1 percent and is multiplied by the assessed value after any exemptions have been subtracted to calculate the taxes.
Dive Deeper on Tax Issues
Learn more about how various aspects of tax law intersect with municipal securities.
