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Investment
The act of committing money or capital to an endeavor with the expectation of obtaining an additional income or profit.
More Details
An investment is the act of putting money into a financial asset or business with the expectation of earning a return. Investments can take many forms, including stocks, bonds, mutual funds, real estate, and businesses.
Example
If you invest in a rental property, you hope to earn a return in the form of rental income and potential appreciation in the value of the property.
Related Terms
Insufficient Funds
A situation in which an individual or institution does not have enough money in their account to cover a transaction or withdrawal.
Stale-Dated Check
A check that has not been cashed or deposited within a certain period of time, usually six months, and is considered to be no longer valid.
Co-Signer
A person who signs a loan or credit application with the primary borrower, accepting responsibility for the debt if the primary borrower defaults.