hardmoney
nounUK /ˈhɑːdˌmʌni/
US /ˈhɑːrdˌmʌni/
Money that is real and solid, like coins or gold, not just a promise.
The old farmer kept his savings in hardmoney, hidden in a tin box under his bed.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. Money that is difficult to earn or comes with strict conditions.
The scholarship was hardmoney, requiring top grades and a long essay.
3. In politics, campaign funds given directly to a candidate and subject to strict rules.
Donors gave hardmoney to the candidate's official campaign fund.
4. A type of loan or investment backed by real property or assets.
The bank offered a hardmoney loan for the house renovation.