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What is a primary benefit of having a budget?
What is a primary benefit of having a budget?
- It provides a plan for spending income (correct)
- It guarantees savings every month
- It eliminates all expenses
- It increases the family's income
All expenses in a family budget are fixed and do not change month to month.
All expenses in a family budget are fixed and do not change month to month.
False (B)
What is one example of a fixed expense that families must meet?
What is one example of a fixed expense that families must meet?
Mortgage or rent payments
A __________ expense is one that changes from month to month based on the family's choices.
A __________ expense is one that changes from month to month based on the family's choices.
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Match the following types of expenses with their descriptions:
Match the following types of expenses with their descriptions:
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Study Notes
Understanding a Budget
- A budget is a financial plan outlining how family income will be allocated.
- Effective budgeting aids in controlling spending and enhances money management skills.
Family vs. Student Budget
- Family budgets resemble student budgets in terms of managing finances.
- Family budgets highlight families' priorities regarding needs and wants.
- Fixed expenses are mandatory costs for families, including:
- Mortgage or rent payments for housing or vehicles.
- Life insurance premiums and local taxes.
- Utility bills (electricity, gas, water, phone).
- Loan repayments for installment purchases of household items.
Variable Expenses
- Variable expenses fluctuate each month and relate to family wants.
- Important variable expenses, like food, require a minimum budget allocation due to daily necessity.
Steps to Plan a Family Budget
- Create a checklist categorizing needs, wants, and financial goals.
- Estimate expected cash income over a specific time frame (weekly, monthly, or annually).
- Forecast potential expenses for the same period.
- Establish a budget based on the income and expense estimations.
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