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- Credit CardA card that lets you borrow from a lender for purchases up to a limit, requiring repayment and charging interest on unpaid balances.
- Cash Advance FeeA charge added when you borrow cash against your credit card, on top of the higher interest that starts immediately.
- Over-Limit FeeA charge that may apply when a transaction pushes your credit card balance above its assigned limit.
- Finance ChargeThe total cost of borrowing on an account for a period, including interest and any applicable fees.
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