Transaction

Amount
In financial contexts, the term 'amount' refers to a specific sum represented numerically, often in dollar terms, used in transactions, budgeting, accounting, and various business contexts.
Arrangement
An arrangement pertains to various structured agreements or settlements in financial, legal, and real estate contexts, where an intermediary plays a significant role.
Dummy
A dummy refers to an individual or entity that stands in place of the principal to a transaction, sometimes used to avoid personal liability.
Purchase
An acquisition that is bought, as contrasted with an exchange, gift, or inheritance. Generally, the purchase price serves as the original cost basis.
Third Party
A third party refers to any individual or entity that is not directly involved in a given transaction or dispute. This term is commonly used in legal and business contexts to denote an outsider who has no direct interest in the matter.
Third-Party Sale
A third-party sale involves an intermediary agency facilitating transactions between a buyer and a seller, optimizing the purchase process.
Transaction
A transaction is an external or internal event that causes a change affecting the operations or finances of an organization.

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