Ad Valorem Taxes
A tax based on the assessed value of an item, such as real estate or personal property.
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Tax Increment Financing (“TIF”) Bonds
Bonds are special obligations secured by incremental increases in Tax revenues paid by users of developed property or by general increases in taxable values within a designated tax increment area. The Taxes involved are usually Ad Valorem Property Tax, although some states may permit the use of sales taxes or hotel occupancy taxes. State laws specify the mechanism and process for the implementation of Tax Increment Financing.
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Security Interest
A special legal interest in property, fixtures or revenues that exists by contract as Security for payment or performance of an obligation.