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2 days ago

Debt sequencing is not a philosophy. Highest APR first costs the least in total interest paid. That is arithmetic, not a hot take.

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Citizen Portal News Tennessee

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2 days ago

Claiborne County Commission approves $25.885M refunding to lower debt service The county authorized issuance of roughly $25.885 million in general obligation refunding bonds to refinance 2010 bonds; county and state documents estimate $3.56 million in net present value savings and set out issuance costs and next steps for closing and reporting.

Claiborne County is set to save over $3.5 million by refinancing nearly $26 million in bonds—find out how this could impact local finances!

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3 days ago

You know your FICO score to the exact point. You cannot name your total debt balance. That is not awareness. That is a number a lender taught you to care about.

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Studiogic

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5 days ago

Credit scores measure how well you manage debt, not how well you manage money. Those are not the same thing.

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Citizen Portal News South Carolina

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6 days ago

Committee approves capital rework: funding plan for North Charleston High gym, sales‑tax reallocations and a reduced GO bond issuance The committee approved sending three connected capital items (items b, c and d) to the full board to reallocate fixed‑cost‑of‑ownership and sales‑tax contingency funds to build a second gym at North Charleston High, and approved a GO bond resolution authorizing up to $160M while planning to issue about $60M this year and pay down roughly $100M with revenues.

The Charleston County School District is making major moves to fund a new gym at North Charleston High School while also tackling significant debt reduction!

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Citizen Portal News Pennsylvania

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6 days ago

District hears plan to refinance callable 2016 bonds, propose $15 million new money issue A PNC Capital Markets representative proposed selling two series of bonds — a refunding to call 2016 bonds and a $15 million new‑money issue for the elementary project — projecting substantial gross and net savings and preserving the district’s AA2 rating; board members discussed short‑term debt service impacts.

The school district is poised to save millions through a strategic bond refinancing plan while funding a new K–5 school – but what does it mean for the budget?

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Citizen Portal News Texas

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1 week ago

EPISD CFO says debt refinancing saved $87.5M in principal as homestead exemption shrinks property revenue At a March 3 finance committee meeting, EPISD’s finance team reported $87.5 million in principal reductions and an estimated $42.8 million in avoided interest after recent refundings and defeasance, and warned that the new $140,000 homestead exemption and state tax-rate compression will constrain local property revenue ahead of FY2027 budgeting.

El Paso Independent School District just announced a staggering $87.5 million reduction in principal obligations, paving the way for significant future savings!

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1 week ago

Debt can be a tool or a trap. Knowing interest, terms, and repayment strategy separates smart leverage from long-term financial stress. Awareness protects wealth. 🔍💳 #DebtManagement #FinancialHealth #MoneyWisdom

Citizen Portal News Pennsylvania

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2 weeks ago

Municipal advisor outlines three financing scenarios and refinancing plan for Chambersburg Area SD school projects John Fry, the district's municipal advisor, presented three bond‑and‑cash financing scenarios totaling roughly $242M–$277M to fund three major projects and described refinancing opportunities and the district's reliance on recent state adequacy funding to blunt near‑term tax impacts.

Chambersburg Area School District is exploring three financing options for major projects that could transform local education while managing debt and interest costs effectively.

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Citizen Portal News Indiana

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2 weeks ago

Finance committee: bond issuances drove 2025 revenue spike; operating revenues held steady At a finance committee meeting, staff reported a large year-over-year increase in total revenues driven by bond issuances, while recurring operating revenues remained stable; committee members reviewed departmental overages, encumbrances and a $2 million self-funded reserve for employee health benefits.

A surprising surge in city revenues for 2025 is being driven almost entirely by bond proceeds, raising important questions about the sustainability of financial planning.

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Citizen Portal News Connecticut

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2 weeks ago

Norwalk officials warned reserves must hold as debt approaches $650 million capacity Munistat told Norwalk’s Finance and Claims Committee and BET that while the city retains AAA headline ratings from Moody’s and S&P, weakening reserves in FY25 and rising debt (current $439M principal plus $102M authorized-but-unissued) mean the city must preserve or rebuild fund balance to avoid losing the notch that supports AAA status.

Norwalk officials are sounding the alarm: as debt nears $650 million, dwindling reserves could threaten the city’s coveted AAA credit ratings.

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Citizen Portal News Pennsylvania

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2 weeks ago

Southmoreland board debates putting annual debt payments into a restricted fund Board member Dr. Fike urged the Southmoreland School District to place annual debt-service payments into a restricted fund balance to guarantee future loan payments; Finance staff (Pam Mondok) said those payments are budgeted in the general fund and that the district’s practice tracks with many peers, while the board approved a separate transfer to shore up unassigned reserves.

The Southmoreland School District board is divided over whether to secure future debt payments in a restricted fund, raising questions about financial safety and accountability.

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Citizen Portal News Maryland

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2 weeks ago

Analyst flags unusual 2026 dip in debt costs; treasurer defends bond strategy DLS analyst Patrick Frank told the Appropriations Committee that FY2026 shows an unusual decline in debt service because large issues matured and were not replaced, increasing reliance on general funds later in the forecast. Treasurer Davis defended the state's bond strategy and disputed that Moody's downgrade reflects a deterioration in payment capacity.

Maryland's public debt forecast reveals an unexpected dip in debt service for 2026, raising questions about future borrowing costs and the impact of a recent credit downgrade.

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Citizen Portal News California

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2 weeks ago

Council hears DWP plan to prepay Intermountain Power Project debt The Department of Water & Power described a voluntary prepayment plan to address roughly $4.4 billion of Intermountain Power Project debt (DWP share about $2.97 billion); staff said prepayment would come from operating cash and could enable future rate reductions. Council approved the related item on the agenda.

Los Angeles officials are exploring a game-changing plan to prepay nearly $3 billion in coal plant debt that could lead to future rate reductions for residents.

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Stratheia

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3 weeks ago

Powering Ambition: How China’s Belt and Road Is Rewiring South Asia’s Energy Future - Stratheia How China’s BRI reshapes South Asia’s energy systems, balancing development gains with debt risks and strategic influence.

The real question isn’t whether major connectivity projects bring development—it’s whether states can manage debt, protect autonomy, and plan for sustainable energy futures.
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Citizen Portal News Texas

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3 weeks ago

LCRA board authorizes three short-term note deals and up to $400 million in refunding bonds The Lower Colorado River Authority board on Feb. 18 approved three note purchase agreements (each up to $100 million) and authorized up to $400 million in refunding revenue bonds to refinance short-term debt and provide flexibility in timing of long-term bond issuance.

The LCRA board just greenlit a bold financial strategy, paving the way for up to $400 million in refunding bonds and exciting new note purchase agreements!

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Citizen Portal News New Jersey

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3 weeks ago

City finance director says $30.1M bond measure spreads a state loan due March 3 over three years Acting Finance Director Benjamin Guzman told the council a $30.1 million refunding bond would be issued as a three‑year bond anticipation note to avoid raising taxes next year; residents raised alarms about long‑term borrowing and budget deficits.

Residents are raising alarms over the city’s $30.1 million bond measure, questioning the impact of repeated borrowing on their financial future.

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Citizen Portal News Kentucky

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3 weeks ago

Louisville Arena Authority outlines long‑term capital plan and warns TIF revenue won’t cover debt for years At a February Capital Projects and Bond Oversight Committee meeting, Louisville Arena Authority leaders reviewed a 30‑year capital plan, said the arena supports about 600 full‑time‑equivalent jobs, and told lawmakers that the two‑mile TIF historically has not covered debt service and is not projected to do so for many years absent stronger sales‑tax growth.

Louisville Arena Authority reveals a 30-year capital plan but warns that TIF revenue may not cover debt for years, raising concerns among lawmakers about financial sustainability.

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Citizen Portal News Washington

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3 weeks ago

Committee weighs extending regional transit bond terms to 75 years to align with federal TIFIA loans Senate Bill 6148 would let regional transit authorities issue bonds up to 75 years, aligning with federal TIFIA terms; proponents including county executives and Sound Transit supporters say it eases near‑term debt pressure and preserves projects, while opponents warn of intergenerational debt and fiscal risk.

A proposed Senate Bill could allow regional transit authorities to issue bonds for up to 75 years, igniting a fierce debate over long-term fiscal responsibility and project funding.

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Citizen Portal News Tennessee

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3 weeks ago

Knox County finance director flags budget gaps, maintenance‑of‑effort and pension costs ahead of FY27 Mister Caldwell, the county finance director, told the Finance Committee the county projects revenue growth but faces mandatory costs (pensions, debt service, MOE) and potential near‑term budget gaps; he urged summer workshops on the certified tax rate and warned that proposed state limits could affect bond covenants.

Knox County's finance director warns of looming budget gaps and rising costs for pensions and mandatory services as he unveils a critical FY27 outlook.

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Citizen Portal News Pennsylvania

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3 weeks ago

West Chester Area SD receives PFM briefing on roughly $33 million bond plan, schedules March parameters vote A municipal advisory presentation outlined a potential roughly $33 million bond issue to finish capital projects, explained how timing uses debt drop-offs to limit near-term debt service, and proposed a parameters-resolution timeline with board consideration in March.

West Chester Area School District is eyeing a potential $33 million bond to fund critical construction projects and streamline their debt obligations.

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Citizen Portal News Virginia

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3 weeks ago

Shenandoah County hears multiyear capital plan from Davenport, weighs debt and tax options Davenport & Company presented Shenandoah County's multiyear capital and debt picture, showing $49 million outstanding debt and scenarios for increasing operating capital from $5M to $8M that would require financing or new revenue (roughly 1.8 pennies in FY27 under a financed scenario).

Shenandoah County is facing a pivotal decision on how to manage its $49 million debt while balancing future borrowing capacity and tax implications.

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Citizen Portal News Virginia

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1 month ago

Essex County financial advisers say reserves strong; model shows capacity for roughly $25–26M in new debt Davenport told the Essex County Board of Supervisors on Feb. 10 that the county's unassigned fund balance was about $11.1 million (unaudited) in 2025 and that, based on conservative assumptions, the county could support roughly $25–26 million in additional tax-supported debt over the next 6–7 years while remaining within its formal policies.

Essex County's financial advisers reveal a potential for $25–26 million in new debt, but what does that mean for taxpayers?

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Citizen Portal News Florida

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1 month ago

Attorney Walter Beninati: Bankruptcy can be a legal reset, not a life sentence In a Domino Effect interview, bankruptcy attorney Walter Beninati explains Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 basics, Florida exemptions, rising filing trends and resources — including pro bono work with the Legal Aid Society of the Orange County Bar Association.

Bankruptcy can be a powerful reset button, allowing you to discharge debts and reclaim your financial future—discover how it works and who it helps!

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Citizen Portal News Wisconsin

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1 month ago

Fort Atkinson reports $703,619 debt-service savings after $6.9M refunding sale at 3.65% City manager Hausman told council the city closed a $6.9 million refunding sale on Jan. 21 at a 3.65% interest rate, yielding $703,619 in lifetime debt savings; the manager also updated the council on audits, property tax collections and staff recognitions.

Fort Atkinson just secured a $703,619 savings on debt service with a smart $6.9 million refunding sale at a low interest rate of 3.65%!

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Citizen Portal News Virginia

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1 month ago

Financial advisers recommend restructuring to smooth CIP debt, urge continuation of temporary meals‑tax allocation City financial advisers and staff proposed converting bond‑anticipation notes to permanent financing, trimming nonessential projects from the near‑term CIP and restructuring certain maturities to reduce pressure on FY2027–28 debt service; advisers recommended keeping the temporary 0.5% meals‑tax allocation for debt service to avoid multiple pennies of real‑estate tax increases.

Davenport financial advisers are pushing for a strategic overhaul of the city’s capital improvement program to avoid steep tax increases, but will the council take their advice?

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1 month ago

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1 month ago

Can you keep your car if you file for bankruptcy? Yes, but under certain circumstances, you can even reduce the loan amount to the fair market value of your car, saving you thousands!

Here's my latest car loan and bankruptcy guide for 2026 👇

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1 month ago

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Citizen Portal News Florida

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1 month ago

Cape Coral presentation shows capacity for $406M of proposed bonds; council warned of higher annual debt service Financial advisers told the Cape Coral City Council a sample plan to issue roughly $406 million in non‑ad valorem bonds over 2026–27 would raise annual debt service from about $18 million today to roughly $36 million at its peak, and that keeping liquidity ratios near current levels will be key to maintaining the city's double‑A2 credit rating.

Cape Coral's City Council faces a critical decision: could a proposed $406 million in bonds double the city's annual debt service, risking its strong credit rating?

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