Interest-Bearing Accounts

Checking Accounts
Bank deposit accounts that offer the privilege of writing checks against the balance of funds in the account. These accounts are the primary type of demand deposits that are part of the M1 money supply.
End-of-Day Sweep
An automatic transfer of funds from one bank account held by a company to another of its bank accounts, typically one that pays interest on deposits. The sweep takes place at the end of every day, or when specific conditions are met.
Negotiable Order of Withdrawal (NOW)
A Negotiable Order of Withdrawal (NOW) is a type of bank or savings and loan withdrawal ticket that functions as a negotiable instrument, allowing for withdrawals from interest-bearing checking accounts.
Negotiable Order of Withdrawal (NOW)
A Negotiable Order of Withdrawal (NOW) account is a type of deposit account that allows the owner to write drafts against the deposited funds, permitting the account holder to earn interest while maintaining the ability to withdraw funds on demand.

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