Banking

Standing Order

Definition

An automatic payment instruction to transfer a fixed amount from your bank account to another account at regular intervals.

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Account Number

A unique identifier assigned to a bank account for transactions.

ACH

Automated Clearing House - a US network for electronic bank-to-bank transfers, used for direct deposits, bill payments, and person-to-person transfers.

ACH Transfer

Automated Clearing House electronic fund transfer in the US.

Amortization

Spreading payments over multiple periods.

Available Balance

The amount of money in an account that is immediately available for withdrawal or use, excluding pending transactions and holds.

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