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How to make the most of your cash

In a new series of articles, supported by Flagstone, we look at the right times to hold cash, using cash to boost your returns, when to use a cash Isa and getting the best rates on your cash
How to make the most of your cashPublished on October 3, 2023

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The right times to hold cash – and how much you should keep

Cash plays a number of important roles in financial planning, and everyone should hold at least three to six months' worth of their expenses in easily accessible cash

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Use cash to boost your returns

Cash helps to diversify equity portfolios and can reduce a portfolio's overall risk and volatility

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When to use a cash Isa

Cash Isas are a good option if you do not use all of your allowance for investments

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How to get the best rates on your cash

Get the best possible rate on cash to minimise inflation erosion, and if the cash isn't your 'emergency' fund consider locking it up for a set period to get a higher rate

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