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What was a significant impact of the financial crisis of 2008-2009 on employment?
What was a significant impact of the financial crisis of 2008-2009 on employment?
- Higher salaries for existing jobs
- Increase in job opportunities
- Elimination of some jobs (correct)
- Stability in asset values
Which of the following occupations experienced the highest growth rate from 2012 to 2022?
Which of the following occupations experienced the highest growth rate from 2012 to 2022?
- Personal care aides
- Home health aides
- Physical therapy assistants
- Industrial organizational psychologist (correct)
How do economic conditions affect salaries?
How do economic conditions affect salaries?
- They can cause fluctuations in salary levels based on market demand. (correct)
- They always increase during economic booms.
- Salaries are stable regardless of economic conditions.
- They have no effect on salary levels.
What annual median pay is associated with genetic counselors according to the content?
What annual median pay is associated with genetic counselors according to the content?
Which occupation had the lowest growth rate over the 2012-2022 period?
Which occupation had the lowest growth rate over the 2012-2022 period?
What effect did the financial crisis have on the value of assets?
What effect did the financial crisis have on the value of assets?
Which of the following does NOT describe a consequence of the financial crisis?
Which of the following does NOT describe a consequence of the financial crisis?
Which of these occupations has an annual median pay below $40,000?
Which of these occupations has an annual median pay below $40,000?
What is the primary goal of personal finance?
What is the primary goal of personal finance?
Which of the following is NOT a component of a financial plan?
Which of the following is NOT a component of a financial plan?
What does opportunity cost refer to in personal finance?
What does opportunity cost refer to in personal finance?
Which step is essential in developing your financial plan?
Which step is essential in developing your financial plan?
How does financial planning directly affect cash flows?
How does financial planning directly affect cash flows?
What role can understanding personal finance play in career opportunities?
What role can understanding personal finance play in career opportunities?
Which of the following best describes budgeting?
Which of the following best describes budgeting?
In terms of asset management, what does liquidity refer to?
In terms of asset management, what does liquidity refer to?
What is suggested as a key factor in effective financial planning?
What is suggested as a key factor in effective financial planning?
Which of the following types of financial goals is NOT mentioned?
Which of the following types of financial goals is NOT mentioned?
What type of financial goals are considered short-term?
What type of financial goals are considered short-term?
How can a person's future financial position be affected, according to the materials?
How can a person's future financial position be affected, according to the materials?
Which statement best describes the focus of immediate satisfaction in spending behavior?
Which statement best describes the focus of immediate satisfaction in spending behavior?
What is one of the primary behaviors linked to ineffective financial planning?
What is one of the primary behaviors linked to ineffective financial planning?
When setting financial goals, what is a recommended approach?
When setting financial goals, what is a recommended approach?
Which of the following reflects a spending habit that could undermine financial stability?
Which of the following reflects a spending habit that could undermine financial stability?
What is one of the key considerations when deciding whether to lease or borrow money to purchase a car?
What is one of the key considerations when deciding whether to lease or borrow money to purchase a car?
What factor is essential when determining how much insurance to purchase to protect your assets?
What factor is essential when determining how much insurance to purchase to protect your assets?
When planning for retirement, what is a vital question to consider regarding cash investment?
When planning for retirement, what is a vital question to consider regarding cash investment?
What type of risk is significant to evaluate when making personal investments?
What type of risk is significant to evaluate when making personal investments?
Which of the following is an essential element in evaluating how long you will need to borrow funds?
Which of the following is an essential element in evaluating how long you will need to borrow funds?
What primary question should you ask concerning the types of investments for retirement accounts?
What primary question should you ask concerning the types of investments for retirement accounts?
What role does assessing your income play when determining how much insurance to protect your income?
What role does assessing your income play when determining how much insurance to protect your income?
How much cash should you ideally designate for personal investments?
How much cash should you ideally designate for personal investments?
What is the primary focus of retirement planning?
What is the primary focus of retirement planning?
What do cash inflows represent in financial planning?
What do cash inflows represent in financial planning?
Which component is essential for balancing income and spending?
Which component is essential for balancing income and spending?
What does liquidity in financial planning refer to?
What does liquidity in financial planning refer to?
When managing cash deficiencies, what is one option to consider?
When managing cash deficiencies, what is one option to consider?
How can budgeting enhance your financial situation?
How can budgeting enhance your financial situation?
What is the significance of estate planning in financial management?
What is the significance of estate planning in financial management?
How do financial planning decisions impact cash flows?
How do financial planning decisions impact cash flows?
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Study Notes
Psychology and Financial Planning
- Psychology has a significant impact on financial decisions and spending habits.
- Two distinct spending behaviors are prevalent:
- Focus on immediate gratification: driven by peer pressure and impulsive buying.
- Focus on the future: prioritizing long-term financial goals and responsible spending.
Developing a Financial Plan
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Step 1: Establishing Financial Goals
- Define goals (e.g., car, home, college, wealth, charity).
- Set realistic goals for a higher chance of success.
- Categorize goals by timing:
- Short-term: Achievable within a year.
- Intermediate: Achievable between 1-5 years.
- Long-term: Achievable within five years or longer.
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Step 2: Evaluating Current Financial Position
- Consider the impact of education on future financial well-being:
- Assess skills, interests, and potential career paths.
- Consider the impact of career choice on future financial well-being:
- Choose a career that aligns with skills and interests.
- Consider the impact of the economy on future financial well-being:
- Economic conditions influence job availability, salary levels, service prices, and asset values.
- The 2008-2009 financial crisis exemplifies this impact, leading to:
- Reduced new job opportunities.
- Elimination of existing jobs.
- Lower salaries for existing jobs.
- Decreasing asset values.
- Consider the impact of education on future financial well-being:
Components of a Financial Plan
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Budgeting and Tax Planning:
- Involves forecasting future expenses and savings.
- Requires evaluating current financial position:
- Assets: Owned items.
- Liabilities: Debts.
- Net Worth: Value of assets minus liabilities.
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Managing Liquidity:
- Addresses current cash excesses or shortages.
- Decides whether to allocate surplus funds to checking or savings accounts.
- Determine borrowing strategies for covering cash deficiencies.
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Financing Large Purchases:
- Plans for funding significant expenditures like vehicles, homes, or college tuition.
- Considers borrowing options, loan periods, and optimal sources of funds.
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Protecting Assets and Income:
- Plans for insurance to protect assets and income sources.
- Determines appropriate coverage levels for different types of insurance.
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Investing Money:
- Determines investment amount, types of investments, and risk tolerance.
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Retirement and Estate Planning:
- Plans for retirement fund contributions, investment strategies, and wealth distribution.
Benefits of Financial Planning
- Increased Net Worth:
- Improved financial management leads to greater wealth accumulation.
- Enhanced Wealth Building:
- Strategic planning facilitates wealth growth.
- Balanced Cash Flows:
- Effective planning ensures efficient cash management.
- Maximizes available cash for spending and achieving goals.
Fastest-Growing Occupations in the 2012-2022 Period
- Industrial-Organizational Psychologist: 53% Growth, $83,580 Annual Median Pay
- Personal Care Aides: 49% Growth, $19,190 Annual Median Pay
- Home Health Aides: 48% Growth, $20,820 Annual Median Pay
- Insulation Workers: 47% Growth, $39,170 Annual Median Pay
- Interpreters and Translators: 46% Growth, $45,430 Annual Median Pay
- Diagnostic Medical Sonographers: 46% Growth, $65,860 Annual Median Pay
- Masons: 43% Growth, $28,220 Annual Median Pay
- Occupational Therapy Assistants: 43% Growth, $53,240 Annual Median Pay
- Genetic Counselors: 41% Growth, $56,800 Annual Median Pay
- Physical Therapy Assistants: 41% Growth, $52,160 Annual Median Pay
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