The term 'free money' can be described by two crossword solutions: BAIL (4 letters) and RANSOM (6 letters). BAIL is a sum of money that is paid to a court to secure the release of a person who has been arrested, with the understanding that the money will be forfeited if the person does not appear in court. RANSOM is a payment made to secure the release of a kidnapped person or to recover property that has been stolen.