front money
Noun (uncountable) - Money paid in advance: "front money" refers to a sum of money paid upfront or in advance, typically as a deposit or initial payment, to secure a service, agreement, or business deal. It is often used in contexts like real estate, investments, or partnerships where a commitment is required before the full transaction is completed.
- (An upfront payment to secure the deal.)
- (An advance payment to demonstrate sincerity.)
"to put up front money": to provide an initial payment as a deposit or guarantee.
- The entrepreneur had to put up front money to secure the lease on the office space. (Provide an upfront sum as a commitment.)
"front money as a down payment": in real estate, "front money" can function similarly to a down payment, paid before the final purchase.
- They used their savings as front money for the house, with the remainder financed through a mortgage. (An initial deposit toward the total cost.)
Front (adj, n, v): relating to the forward or leading part; also, a person or thing that serves as a cover or disguise.
- The company used a small shop as a front for illegal activities. (A cover or facade.)
Money (n): a medium of exchange in the form of coins, banknotes, or digital credits.
- She saved money for years to afford the front money. (Currency or funds.)
- Advance payment: a sum paid before the delivery of goods or services.
- Upfront cost: an initial expense required to start a transaction.
- Deposit: a sum placed as a guarantee or partial payment.
Front money is the foot in the door: an idiom meaning that the initial payment provides access to a larger opportunity.
- Without the front money, they couldn't even enter the bidding process; it was the foot in the door. (The upfront payment gave them a starting chance.)
Put your money where your mouth is: an idiom meaning to back up one's words with financial action, often involving front money.
- He talked about investing, but he never put up any front money — he needs to put his money where his mouth is. (Demonstrate commitment through actual payment.)