Money market account

A money market account (MMA) or money market deposit account (MMDA) is a deposit account that pays interest based on current interest ratesin the money markets. The interest rates paid are generally higher than those of savings accounts and transaction accounts; however, some banks will require higher minimum balances in money market accounts to avoid monthly fees and to earn interest. Money market accounts should not be confused with money market funds, which are mutual funds that invest in money market securities.