Deferred Payment

Charge Buyer
A charge buyer is an individual or entity that makes a purchase on credit, with the understanding that the amount owed will be billed and must be paid at a later date. This concept is closely related to credit buyers and credit orders.
Credit Order
A credit order is a transaction where goods or services are provided without immediate payment, rather, billing occurs at a subsequent time. This is a standard practice in many business transactions.
Instalment Sale
An instalment sale in the USA allows businesses and individuals to acquire high-value goods over time by making regular payments. This is similar to the UK's hire purchase system.
Money
Money serves as a medium of exchange, a unit of account, a store of value, and a means for deferred payment. It has driven economic development by simplifying the exchange of goods and services.
Supplier Credit
Supplier credit is a financing method in which a supplier allows a buyer to purchase goods or services on credit, paying for them at a later date, potentially improving the buyer’s cash flow and operational efficiency.

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