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FDIC

Provides deposit insurance for protection for money in your bank account.

FEES

In order to make money, a bank or credit union may charge more than just interest.

FINANCE CHARGE

The finance charge is the cost of credit. It includes interest, services charges, and transaction fees.

Financial BeginningsĀ®

The name of the nonprofit who developed this program.

FINANCIAL EXPOSURE

Another name for "risk," this is the amount that would be lost if an investment fails.

FINRA.ORG


FINRA.ORG website

FINRA oversees financial brokers and provides education resources, fund analyzers, and broker information.

FIXED EXPENSES

An expense that does not change.

FIXED-RATE LOAN

A fixed-rate loan has an APR set when the loan is opened and remains the same throughout the entire term of the loan.