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47% of Americans have less than $1,000 saved for a(n) ________.
47% of Americans have less than $1,000 saved for a(n) ________.
Emergency
You'll have less freedom with your money if you...
You'll have less freedom with your money if you...
Are paying for things in your past
Once you have a $500 emergency fund, you should...
Once you have a $500 emergency fund, you should...
Save it until you have an emergency
The first step you should take when you want to make a large purchase is...
The first step you should take when you want to make a large purchase is...
The best way to build wealth is to start investing early. You should start investing money...
The best way to build wealth is to start investing early. You should start investing money...
Why do some accounts, like savings accounts at your local bank, earn interest?
Why do some accounts, like savings accounts at your local bank, earn interest?
It's not IF an emergency will happen, but ______.
It's not IF an emergency will happen, but ______.
If you really want to save money, you've got to...
If you really want to save money, you've got to...
The only place you should keep your emergency fund money is...
The only place you should keep your emergency fund money is...
If people saved the equivalent of a car payment each month for a year or two (instead of spending it on payments and interest), they could have enough money to buy a car with cash for much cheaper!
If people saved the equivalent of a car payment each month for a year or two (instead of spending it on payments and interest), they could have enough money to buy a car with cash for much cheaper!
Which two habits are the most important for building wealth and becoming a millionaire?
Which two habits are the most important for building wealth and becoming a millionaire?
The interest rate on a savings account determines...
The interest rate on a savings account determines...
Debt is a tool to use to make you wealthy.
Debt is a tool to use to make you wealthy.
You should budget in this order: giving, savings, spending.
You should budget in this order: giving, savings, spending.
_______ is a millionaire's best friend.
_______ is a millionaire's best friend.
The purpose of an emergency fund is to...
The purpose of an emergency fund is to...
Why do stores rarely advertise the full price of big purchases like smartphones?
Why do stores rarely advertise the full price of big purchases like smartphones?
Compound interest is earned at a fixed rate, while _______ is an average based on an investment's past performance.
Compound interest is earned at a fixed rate, while _______ is an average based on an investment's past performance.
What is the goal of an emergency fund?
What is the goal of an emergency fund?
The main reasons for saving your hard-earned money are...
The main reasons for saving your hard-earned money are...
Once you're out of school, have started your career, and have zero debt, your emergency fund should have ______.
Once you're out of school, have started your career, and have zero debt, your emergency fund should have ______.
What is the Third Foundation?
What is the Third Foundation?
The top three careers reported among millionaires were:
The top three careers reported among millionaires were:
In order to outpace inflation when investing, your investments need to have a lower rate of return than the rate of inflation.
In order to outpace inflation when investing, your investments need to have a lower rate of return than the rate of inflation.
While saving money isn't easy at first, it will make your life a lot ________ in the future if you make it a habit now.
While saving money isn't easy at first, it will make your life a lot ________ in the future if you make it a habit now.
Most millionaires make over $100,000 a year.
Most millionaires make over $100,000 a year.
Which of these would count as a legitimate reason to use your emergency fund?
Which of these would count as a legitimate reason to use your emergency fund?
The amount of interest charged on a debt but not yet collected is called...
The amount of interest charged on a debt but not yet collected is called...
One of the main reasons we build wealth is so that we can...
One of the main reasons we build wealth is so that we can...
Which principle says that a certain amount of money today is worth more than the same amount in the future?
Which principle says that a certain amount of money today is worth more than the same amount in the future?
Study Notes
Emergency Fund and Savings
- 47% of Americans have less than $1,000 saved for emergencies.
- The purpose of an emergency fund is to cover unexpected expenses without accruing debt.
- Emergencies will happen, making preparation essential.
- Once a $500 emergency fund is established, it should remain untouched until an emergency arises.
Financial Freedom and Spending
- Freedom with money decreases when paying for past expenses.
- Living on less than earned is crucial for saving money and building wealth.
Investment and Wealth Building
- Start investing after college, being debt-free, and having 3-6 months of living expenses saved.
- Consistent investing and patience are vital for building wealth and becoming a millionaire.
- The interest rate on savings accounts affects the speed of money growth.
Debt and Budgeting
- Debt is not a tool for wealth; it should be avoided.
- Budgeting should follow the order of giving, savings, and then spending.
Large Purchases and Financial Habits
- Decide the savings amount and time frame before making large purchases.
- Saving the equivalent of a car payment each month can enable purchasing a car with cash, reducing overall expenses.
Millionaire Insights
- Common careers among millionaires include accounting, engineering, and teaching.
- Most millionaires do not earn over $100,000 per year.
Financial Principles and Concepts
- Compound growth is a millionaire's best friend, encouraging long-term investment strategies.
- The time value of money indicates the current value of money is greater than its future value.
- Accrued interest refers to interest that is charged on debt but not yet collected.
Emergency Fund Usage
- Legitimate reasons to use an emergency fund can include unforeseen issues like a dead car battery.
- The goal of an emergency fund is to maintain cash reserves for unexpected events, ensuring financial security.
Savings Goals
- Reasons for saving include handling emergencies, preparing for large purchases, and wealth building.
- Establishing a saving habit can simplify financial management in the long run.
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Test your knowledge on Dave Ramsey's financial principles in Chapter 3 with these flashcards. Learn about emergency funds and financial freedom concepts crucial for budgeting and saving. Perfect for anyone looking to improve their financial literacy.
