The Best and Worst Places To Keep Cash, Coins, Crypto and More
According to a survey conducted by Piere, an AI-powered financial management app, found that the average American stashes $544 in cash or valuables at home.
Wanting to keep your money safe is fine. But hoarding it in the wrong places could do more harm than good. Think about the story back in 2009 where CNBC reported that a woman didn't realize her mother stashed $1 million in cash in an old mattress that she threw away.
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Even if your mattress (or an equivalent item) is still in your home, there are huge risks with storing cash or its equivalent in your home. For one, your insurance policy may not provide coverage for cash or even crypto. Even if it does cover valuables, there may be policy limits.
Don't forget the opportunity costs for cash. You're not going to earn any interest and even worse, the cash loses value due to inflation.
So where are the best and worst places to store your cash, valuables or crypto?
Even if you're convinced that a mattress isn't the best place to store your cash, a vase, freezer or some other secret compartment probably won't do.
Your best bet is to store it at a bank or credit union. Most of these financial institutions are FDIC- or NCUA-insured. In case the bank or credit union goes belly up, your money is safe up to the insured amount.
A high-yield savings account offers a higher rate for your cash, and so do money market accounts. Be sure to check if there are any minimum deposit amounts and if there are any fees you may need to pay.
If you want to park your cash for longer and want to guarantee some sort of a return, a certificate of deposit (CD) could be a good choice. Many banks and credit unions offer slightly higher interest rates depending on the term you agree to. You will need to keep the cash for the agreed upon term or you could pay a penalty.
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Storing your coins or other valuables at home may be safe, but be sure you document these items. That way, if in the event you need to file a claim, you have documentation to show to your insurance company. Consider storing these valuables in a fireproof safe.
Otherwise, you could pay for a safe deposit box at your local bank. Yes, it'll cost you, but it could be worth it knowing your valuables are probably safer than at your home.
Some precious metal dealers may also have their own storage facilities boasting climate controlled rooms and all the latest security features. You can consider this if you have a large amount of gold or other precious metals.
Don't risk forgetting your wallet password or having it stolen by writing it down on a piece of paper, storing your information on the cloud, or committing it to memory. Instead, consider using a reputable crypto exchange or devices made to store crypto.
For example, a cold wallet isn't connected to the internet, which could be safer for lager amounts of crypto. A hot wallet can make transactions easier, but it's connected to the internet which could be more susceptible for hackers.
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