Managing Finances: Cash Flow & Protection

What percentage of income should be allocated for needs?

How much of the income should be set aside for savings before other allocations?

What is the requirement for moving to the investment step in financial management?

If savings funds are not used, how can they be reallocated?

What is the minimum amount for an emergency fund to be considered safe?

Cash Flow Allocation

Investment Allocation

Investment Strategies

Managing Finances

Today's Highlights: Cash Flow, Protection, Investment

Step 1: Cash Flow

Accurate Cash Flow Recording: Allocate expenses based on percentages.
Income Allocation:
- 50% for Needs (food, clothing, shelter)
- 30% for Wishes (desires)
- 20% for Savings (for future steps)

Needs

Allocate 50% of income for primary needs (food, clothing, shelter)
Ensure primary needs do not exceed 50% of income

Wishes

Allocate 30% of income for desires (non-essential items)
Ensure wishes do not exceed 30% of income
Leftover funds can be added to savings

Savings

Allocate 20% of income for savings.
Savings funds should not be used until the next step

Step 2: Protection

Protection Fund: Allocate 20% of savings for protection.
Minimum Savings Goal: If savings reach 6 times the salary, move to step 2.
Types of Protection:
- Insurance (health & life)
- Emergency fund (3x monthly income)

Step 3: Investment

Investment Allocation: Used when previous steps are complete.
Investment Options:
- Something that generates income
- Financial instruments (e.g. stocks, bonds)

This quiz explores the fundamentals of managing personal finances, focusing on cash flow allocation, protection through savings, and investment strategies. Test your understanding of how to effectively budget your income into needs, wishes, and savings while preparing for unforeseen circumstances through financial protection. Dive into the principles that maximize your financial health!