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What is the first foundation (the first step) to managing your money?
Save a $500 emergency fund.
Instead of borrowing money for large purchases, what kind of fund should you set aside money in?
Sinking Fund
What does it mean to have a negative savings rate?
Spending more money than you make and acquiring debt.
What principle of saving is illustrated by the saving habits of Bill and Arthur?
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What principle suggests that a certain amount of money today has different buying power than the same amount in the future?
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What should you save for?
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Using the sinking fund approach, how much do you have to save each month to buy a $4,800 car one year from now?
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At your age, how much should a fully funded emergency fund be?
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What is not a key to saving money?
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What are the reasons people do not save money?
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One of the basic reasons for saving money is to be able to lend money to friends.
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Why should your emergency fund be kept in a separate savings account?
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Why is having a fully funded emergency fund so important for your financial well-being?
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Saving is about...
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Why should interest earned not be a factor with your emergency fund?
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The first thing you should save for is your retirement fund.
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Your income level greatly affects your savings habits.
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Americans typically maintain a very high savings rate.
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You should save money for three basic reasons: emergency fund, purchases, and wealth building.
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When it comes to saving money, the amount you save is determined by how much you have left at the end of the month once all of your spending is done.
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When you are older and out of school, you'll need to grow your emergency fund to a full three to six months' worth of expenses.
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You should keep your emergency fund in the same account as your spending money.
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An interest-bearing account is an account that generates interest income on the available balance in the account.
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When you are in high school, you won't have the same emergency expenses as your parents.
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You should hold off investing for retirement until you have college or other post-secondary education paid for.
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What two things do you consider when evaluating the time value of money?
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What are the essential elements of wealth building?
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Why do you need an emergency fund at your age?
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Match the Five Foundations with their descriptions:
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Why should establishing an emergency fund be your first savings priority?
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Calculate the compound interest for the following: $1000 at 6% interest for 3 years.
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Calculate the compound interest for the following: $500 at 18% interest for four years.
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Calculate the compound interest for the following: $1,500 at 12% interest for two years.
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Why will the dollar amount in your emergency fund change as you get older?
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What is money set aside and left alone for a 'rainy day' called?
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Saving money over time for a large purchase is called?
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What is the percentage paid to a lender for the use of borrowed money called?
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What does money today have compared to the same amount of money in the future?
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What is interest paid on interest previously earned called?
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What compares after-tax income to the money people spend on a variety of expenses?
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What are the five steps to financial success?
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What is the First Foundation?
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What is it called when a person intentionally invests money in a place where it can earn more money?
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What is the persistent rise in the cost of goods and services called?
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Study Notes
Emergency Funds
- The first foundation of managing money is saving a $500 emergency fund to avoid going into debt.
- An emergency fund provides financial security for unexpected expenses.
Sinking Fund
- Utilize a sinking fund to save over time for large purchases, allowing for cash payments instead of borrowing.
- Monthly savings example: To buy a $4,800 car in one year, save $400 each month.
Negative Savings Rate
- A negative savings rate occurs when spending exceeds income, leading to debt accumulation.
Time Value of Money
- Money today has different purchasing power than the same amount in the future due to inflation and potential interest earnings.
Saving Habits and Factors
- Key reasons for poor saving habits include lack of discipline, budget management, and focus.
- Saving is influenced by personal contentment and emotional factors rather than solely income.
Saving Priorities
- Prioritize building an emergency fund over other savings, as it protects against unforeseen financial challenges.
- As financial responsibilities increase with age, the emergency fund should similarly grow, ideally to cover three to six months of expenses.
Wealth Building
- Essential elements of wealth building consist of discipline, time, and utilizing compound interest.
Interest Concepts
- Interest rate refers to the percentage paid for borrowed money or earned on investments.
- Compound interest is interest accrued on previously earned interest, enhancing growth potential.
Financial Foundations
- Five foundational steps for financial success:
- Save a $500 emergency fund.
- Get out of debt and remain debt-free.
- Pay cash for vehicles using a sinking fund.
- Fund college education without loans.
- Build wealth and give to achieve financial well-being.
Savings Rate
- The savings rate compares after-tax income to expenses, reflecting overall financial health.
Importance of Separate Accounts
- Keep the emergency fund in a separate account to distinguish its purpose and avoid unnecessary spending.
Inflation
- Inflation refers to the continual increase in the cost of goods and services, impacting purchasing power over time.
Future Saving Strategies
- While interest may not grow the emergency fund, saving for purchases and wealth building is essential for long-term financial stability.
High School Financial Planning
- Students should prioritize establishing emergency funds suitable for their financial stage, accepting that their needs differ from adult responsibilities.
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