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Summary of Money Market Funds

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Summary of Money Market Funds

Money market funds are a convenient way to invest in short-term, interest-bearing securities. Because these instruments are short-term, money market funds are considered cash equivalents and often have higher returns than bank savings and checking accounts.

Ready to start investing in a money market fund? Here are some ideas to get you started.

Practical Ideas I Can Start With Today

  • Research some money market mutual funds.
  • Use the services of a broker, such as an online broker, to help me find suitable funds.

What you have learned

  1. What Is a Money Market Fund?
  2. What Do Money Market Funds Invest In?
  3. Safety Concerns about Money Market Mutual Funds
  4. Ways You Can Use Money Market Mutual Funds

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