If a Taxpayer Holding EE Bonds Makes an Election with Respect

question 81

Essay

If a taxpayer holding EE bonds makes an election with respect to the taxation of the bonds, how is the interest which accrues on the bonds, but is not paid, taxed each year?

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Definitions:

Collateral

Assets that a borrower offers to a lender as security for a loan, which can be seized if the loan is not repaid according to the agreed upon terms.

Cash Flows

The full extent of money transactions processed by a business, considerably affecting its ability to liquidate assets.

Financial Assets

Assets that derive value because of a contractual claim, such as stocks, bonds, bank deposits, and other investments.

Future Cash Flows

The projected income and expenditures that a company expects to generate over a forthcoming period.