annual fees

Recurring membership costs

Annual fees are charges assessed once per year for ongoing access to a service, membership, or account.

Credit cards often carry annual fees in exchange for rewards programs or premium benefits.

Professional associations, country clubs, and subscription services commonly charge annual fees: The card's annual fee is waived the first year.

Sometimes called yearly fees.

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Full amount paid once

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Free or expressing praise

free · gratis

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Periodic employee compensation supplement

annual dividend · cashback rewards · loyalty rewards

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