deposit

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However, once the contract was signed and the deposit paid, Hu says he noticed Priestley began avoiding meeting up by claiming either he or his father was unwell.

From BBC • Mar. 31, 2026

Certificates of deposit and Treasurys are both regarded as safe havens, although the latter don’t offer promotional deals for “new money.”

From MarketWatch • Mar. 31, 2026

"He seemed quite receptive," she says, claiming Priestley assured her the deposit would be returned.

From BBC • Mar. 31, 2026

If you have already filed without your direct deposit information, you will likely receive a CP53E notice from the IRS requesting account information.

From Barron's • Mar. 28, 2026

She had money saved up for a security deposit.

From "Interpreter of Maladies" by Jhumpa Lahiri