taxa fixa
1. A fixed or predetermined interest rate or charge that does not change during a specified period
The mortgage has a set rate of 3.5% for the first five years.
A hipoteca tem uma taxa fixa de 3,5% nos primeiros cinco anos.
2. An established price or charge that remains constant and is not subject to negotiation
The hotel offers a set rate for room reservations made in advance.
O hotel oferece uma taxa fixa para reservas de quartos feitas com antecedência.
3. A standardized tariff or fee applied uniformly to all customers
The taxi company charges a set rate per mile regardless of traffic conditions.
A empresa de táxi cobra uma taxa fixa por quilômetro, independentemente das condições de trânsito.
In Brazil, 'taxa fixa' is commonly used in mortgage discussions, insurance policies, and service agreements. The concept is particularly important in Brazilian banking due to historical inflation concerns. Americans often prefer 'set rate' in financial documentation, while the term is equally important in both economies for consumer protection and financial planning.
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