A fuller guide to this term is on the way. In the meantime, the related terms below explain the ideas around it.
Related MoneyPedia terms
- LiquidityHow quickly and easily you can turn an investment into cash without moving its price much.
- Illiquid AssetsThings you own that take time or effort to sell for cash, such as real estate or a small business stake.
- AssetsThings you own that hold value, such as cash, investments, property, or a business, that add to your net worth.
- Emergency FundCash set aside for life's surprises, so a bad week doesn't turn into debt.
- Cash FlowThe movement of money into and out of your accounts over time, showing whether more comes in than goes out.
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