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Budget and the Bees
Budget and the Bees
Latrice Perez

How Much Cash Should You Really Keep in Checking? The ‘Sweet Spot’ Most People Miss

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Opening your banking app and seeing a large checking balance can feel secure. However, for many adults, that big number indicates poor cash management. Keeping too much money in a non-interest-bearing account drains your potential wealth. Conversely, keeping too little leaves you vulnerable to predatory overdraft fees. Today, we are exposing the mathematical sweet spot for your cash. This ensures your bills are covered while every other dollar earns interest.

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