Management of Idle Cash Can Generate Handsome Returns

Abstract

This paper describes realistic procedures for a small business to follow in the management of idle cash for handsome returns. The cash management method described in this paper has been thoroughly tested and has obtained excellent results.

A small business should find this method to be relatively simple and rewarding.

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