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* APR(Annual percentage rate) -- A yearly rate of interest that includes fees and costs paid to acquire the loan. The rate is calculated in a standard way, taking the average compound interest rate over the term of the loan, so borrowers can compare loans. * Balance transfer -- Moving an unpaid credit card debt from one issuer to another. * Finance charge -- The charge for using a credit card, comprised of interest costs and other fees. * Minimum payment -- The minimum amount a card holder can pay to keep the account from going into default. * Periodic rate -- The interest rate described in relation to a specific amount of time. * Teaser rate -- Often called the introductory rate, it is the below-market interest rate offered to entice customers.