Underwriter
A securities broker or dealer that purchases bonds from an issuer and resells them to investors.
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Commission
A form of remuneration received by a broker, dealer or dealer bank purchasing or selling Bonds when acting as agent for a customer. The Commission is typically a charge to the customer of a set fee per Bond.
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Qualified Small Issue Bond
A type of private activity bond (PAB) permitted under Section 144(a) of the Code of under $1,000,000 in face value to finance certain projects relating to manufacturing facilities.