Dave Ramsey Chapter 2 & 3 Flashcards
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Net income is the amount you get paid before taxes.

True (A)

Why is budgeting so important?

It gives you control of your money and sets you up for financial success in the future.

How often should you create a budget?

monthly

What should you do if you overspend in one category of your budget?

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Detailed categories on your budget will help you make better spending decisions.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The first priority in your budget should be _____.

<p>giving</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the Four Walls?

<p>food, utilities, shelter, and transportation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

If you have an irregular income, budgeting won't work for you.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Your monthly rent payment is an example of a variable expense.

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What kind of money counts as income?

<p>All the money you receive, including money from your job and gifts like birthday money.</p> Signup and view all the answers

The primary reason people don't budget is because they lack the behavior to stick to a budget.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many months does it usually take for your budget to start working as a budget should?

<p>three</p> Signup and view all the answers

Going to the movies is an example of what types of expenses?

<p>discretionary and variable.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a discretionary expense?

<p>An expense that you don't need to spend money on but you choose to do so.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is tracking your expenses throughout the month important?

<p>It gives you insight into whether you're sticking to the budget you set.</p> Signup and view all the answers

A budget says what will happen with your money, while a cash-flow statement shows what already happened.

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What makes a budget a zero-based budget?

<p>When you have budgeted for every dollar to be in a category.</p> Signup and view all the answers

If you really want to save money, you've got to...

<p>live on less than you make.</p> Signup and view all the answers

You should budget in this order: giving, saving, and spending.

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Why do stores rarely advertise the full price of big purchases like smartphones?

<p>By showing you only the monthly payment, they make the product seem affordable.</p> Signup and view all the answers

The main reasons for saving your hard-earned money are...

<p>Emergencies, large purchases, and wealth building.</p> Signup and view all the answers

The purpose of an emergency fund is to...

<p>Be able to cover an unexpected expense with cash and protect you from having debt.</p> Signup and view all the answers

The best way to build wealth is to start investing early. You should start investing money...

<p>Once you're out of college, living debt-free, and have 3-6 months of living expenses saved.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why do some accounts, like savings accounts at your local bank, earn interest?

<p>Because the bank pays you to use your money.</p> Signup and view all the answers

One of the main reasons we build wealth is so that we can...

<p>Give to those in need.</p> Signup and view all the answers

The interest rate on a savings account determines...

<p>How quickly your money will grow over time.</p> Signup and view all the answers

_______ is a millionaire's best friend.

<p>Compound growth.</p> Signup and view all the answers

The amount of interest charged on a debt but not yet collected is called...

<p>accrued interest.</p> Signup and view all the answers

The first step you should take when you want to make a large purchase is...

<p>Decide how much you'll need to save and the time frame you want to save it.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Most millionaires make over $100,000 a year.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Once you have a $500 emergency fund, you should...

<p>Save it until you have an emergency.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which two habits are the most important for building wealth and becoming a millionaire?

<p>Consistently investing money and patience to give it time to grow.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the 3 questions to ask yourself before you spend your emergency fund?

<p>Is it unexpected, is it necessary, is it urgent?</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is making a car payment a bad idea financially?

<p>Because cars depreciate in value.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Net Income

Income remaining after taxes are deducted.

Budget

A plan that outlines how you'll manage your money, helping you control your spending and achieve your financial goals.

Monthly Budget

A monthly plan to manage your money effectively.

Reallocating Funds

Adjusting your budget by moving money between categories to compensate for overspending in one area.

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Detailed Budget Categories

Breakdown of categories to track spending and make informed financial decisions.

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Giving

The highest priority in your budget, often giving to charitable causes or fulfilling religious obligations.

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Four Walls

Essential expenses that keep you safe and alive: food, utilities, shelter, and transportation.

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Budgeting with Irregular Income

Estimating income when it's inconsistent.

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Fixed Expenses

Expenses that remain the same every month, such as rent.

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Variable Expenses

Expenses that fluctuate month to month, like electricity bills.

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Income

Any money you receive, including gifts, that contributes to your income.

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Lack of Budgeting Discipline

The primary reason people don't budget, indicating a lack of financial discipline.

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Budget Effectiveness Timeframe

The time it takes for a budget to become a habit and function effectively.

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Discretionary Expenses

Expenses that are not essential for survival, such as entertainment and dining out.

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Tracking Expenses

Tracking every dollar you spend to ensure you're sticking to your budget.

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Budget

A plan outlining how you'll spend your money.

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Cash Flow Statement

A review of your past financial transactions.

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Zero-Based Budget

A budgeting method where every dollar is allocated to a specific category.

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Saving

Living below your means and putting money aside for future financial security.

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Budgeting Order

The order of financial priorities: give, save, then spend.

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Monthly Payments

Stores often highlight only monthly payments to make purchases seem more affordable.

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Reasons for Saving

The primary reasons for saving: to cover unexpected expenses, make large purchases, and build long-term wealth.

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Emergency Fund

A fund set aside to cover unexpected expenses.

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Emergency Fund Goal

The amount of money you need saved to cover 3-6 months of essential expenses.

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Interest on Savings

The money earned by banks on deposits, which is paid out to depositors.

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Wealth Building

Creating wealth for future generations and to help people in need.

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Interest Rate Impact

The rate at which your savings grow over time.

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Compound Growth

The exponential growth of savings due to interest compounding.

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Accrued Interest

Unpaid interest accumulated on debt.

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Planning Large Purchases

Planning for large purchases by estimating savings needed and timelines.

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Millionaire Income

Many millionaires earn less than $100,000 per year.

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Initial Emergency Fund

Maintain a $500 emergency fund until a real emergency occurs.

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Emergency Fund Decision

Key questions to determine if an emergency situation justifies using your emergency fund.

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Car Payments

Car payments can be financially detrimental due to vehicle depreciation.

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Study Notes

Budgeting Basics

  • Net income is income after taxes.
  • Budgeting empowers financial control and future success.
  • A budget should be created monthly for effective financial management.
  • If overspending occurs in one category, adjust by reallocating funds from other categories.
  • Detailed budget categories improve spending decisions.

Priorities and Essentials

  • First budget priority: giving.
  • Four Walls of budgeting: food, utilities, shelter, transportation.
  • Budgeting can succeed even with irregular income through estimation.

Income and Expenses

  • Rent is a fixed expense; variable expenses fluctuate, such as electricity.
  • All received money, including gifts, counts as income.
  • Lack of budgeting discipline is a primary reason people do not budget.

Budget Duration and Understanding

  • Typically, it takes three months for a budget to function effectively.
  • Discretionary expenses are non-essential, such as entertainment costs.
  • Tracking expenses is vital for assessing budget adherence.

Budget Types and Principles

  • A budget describes planned spending, while a cash-flow statement reviews past transactions.
  • A zero-based budget allocates every dollar to a category.
  • Saving requires living below your means for future financial security.

Investment and Wealth Building

  • Budgeting order: give, save, spend.
  • Stores often advertise only monthly payments to enhance perceived affordability.
  • Main reasons for saving: emergencies, large purchases, wealth building.

Emergency Funds and Savings

  • Emergency funds cover unexpected expenses and prevent debt accumulation.
  • Start investing after college, being debt-free, and saving 3-6 months of living expenses.
  • Savings accounts earn interest because banks utilize deposited funds.

Wealth Accumulation

  • Wealth building is intended to help others in need.
  • Interest rates on savings accounts impact growth speed over time.
  • Compound growth significantly benefits long-term savings.

Financial Management

  • Accrued interest refers to unpaid interest on debt.
  • Plan large purchases by estimating required savings and timeframes.
  • Many millionaires earn less than $100,000 annually.

Emergency Fund Utilization

  • Maintain a $500 emergency fund until a real emergency arises.
  • Key questions before using emergency funds: Is it unexpected? Is it necessary? Is it urgent?
  • Car payments can be financially detrimental due to depreciation.

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Test your knowledge on key concepts from Chapters 2 and 3 of Dave Ramsey's financial guidelines. This flashcard quiz covers essential definitions and principles of budgeting and net income, designed to help you gain control over your financial future.

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