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How to Calculate Proceeds From Sales of Bonds

By Motley Fool Staff – Updated Apr 29, 2025 at 11:09PM

Key Points

  • At maturity, a bond typically pays its face value plus final coupon-based interest.
  • Before maturity, bond sale proceeds include both partial interest and current market price.
  • Keep track of bond price changes and time since last interest for accurate sale calculations.
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