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Zero Coupon Bond A bond that makes no periodic interest payments, but sells at a deep discount from its face value. At the maturity date, the investor receives the face value of the bond plus the interest that has accrued.

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Yield An investment’s annual gain or loss. Yield is generally expressed as a percentage. Yield to Maturity (YTM) The total return on a long-term interest-bearing investment, such as a bond, that is held until its maturity...

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Waiver of Premium An insurance policy rider that waives premium payments if the insured becomes permanently disabled. Walk-In Electronic Filing If you need help preparing your taxes visit the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) office nearest you. Many VITA offices...