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Post by Deleted on Feb 21, 2012 13:30:49 GMT -5
State Bond Refinancing to Save Taxpayers More Than $34 Million
The State of Tennessee refinanced $456 million in general obligation bonds last week that will save taxpayers more than $34 million in interest costs. Refinancing the bonds in this fiscal year created $34,031,900 of present value savings that will be realized over the life of the bonds, which mature annually through fiscal year 2028. The state also refinanced debt last fall that will produce $3,287,600 in present value savings over time. The actual amount of savings is higher overall in comparison to the amount of present value savings.
“Just as it sometimes makes sense for homeowners to refinance their mortgages when interest rates are low, we look for opportunities to refinance portions of the state’s debt when market conditions are advantageous,” Comptroller Justin P. Wilson said. “I am very pleased that we were able to refinance these bonds and create a significant savings for our taxpayers. This is one example of how Tennessee government is efficiently managing its finances on behalf of its citizens.”
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Post by Tsavodiner on Feb 22, 2012 20:35:25 GMT -5
Tennessee's one of the cheapest States in which to register and operate cars and trucks.
It's one of a dwindling number of State's with no income tax.
Hopefully, cost-saving measures like this will keep it that way.
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Post by gridbug on Feb 23, 2012 12:42:55 GMT -5
I am with Yoda on this - if they are claiming to save the "taxpayers" money then they should send all us taxpayers a rebate check. If they said they were saving the State millions I wouldn't be expecting a check in my mailbox.
So when is this Justin Wilson sending our rebates? I want to go stimulate the economy!
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