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Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT)
A type of financial transaction that involves the movement of money between accounts using electronic communication.
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Electronic funds transfer (EFT) is a term used to describe the process of transferring money electronically from one bank account to another, without the need for a physical check or cash.
Example
If you receive your paycheck via direct deposit instead of as a physical check, this is a form of electronic funds transfer.
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Interest Rate
A percentage of a loan or deposit balance that is charged by a lender or financial institution for the use of its money.