Question

Which of the following statement(s) is(are) true regarding municipal bonds? I) A municipal bond is a debt obligation issued by state or local governments. II) A municipal bond is a debt obligation issued by the federal government. III) The interest income from a municipal bond is exempt from federal income taxation. IV) The interest income from a municipal bond is exempt from state and local taxation in the issuing state.

Answer 1

Answer: I) A municipal bond is a debt obligation issued by state or local governments.

III) The interest income from a municipal bond is exempt from federal income taxation.

IV) The interest income from a municipal bond is exempt from state and local taxation in the issuing state.

Explanation:

A municipal bond is usually a debt security issued by a state, or local government to finance its capital expenditures, which usually includes the construction of Roads, Bridges or Institutions( schools ). They can be considered as loans that an investor gives to local governments. This kind of bonds are exempted from federal taxes and most state and local taxes, Which makes them very attractive to interested individuals who are on high income tax brackets.

Answer 2

Answer:

I, III and IV Only.

Explanation:

A municipal bond is explained to be a debt obligation issued by a nonprofit organization, a private-sector corporation or another public entity using the loan for public projects such as constructing schools, hospitals and highways.

A municipal bond is categorized based on the source of its interest payments and principal repayments. A bond can be structured in different ways offering various benefits, risks and tax treatments. Income generated by a municipal bond may be taxable.