Original Issue Discount (“OID”)
The amount by which the par value of a bond exceeds its issue price.
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Par Value
The stated or face amount of a Bond. The Par Value is also referred to as the face amount.
Preparing Bonds
Learn about over various terms and concepts that may arise while preparing a bond issue.
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Reimbursement
Use of bond proceeds to pay project costs prior to the issuance of bonds. Reimbursement raises questions related to whether the reimbursement qualifies as an expenditure of tax-exempt bond proceeds for federal income tax purposes.