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Consumer Ed Exam. Depending on your income, you should have this much in your emergency fund. $500 or $1,000. In your savings, you should enough to cover you for ___ months. 3 – 6 . This is how quickly you can turn your investments into cash. Liquidity.
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Depending on your income, you should have this much in your emergency fund. $500 or $1,000
In your savings, you should enough to cover you for ___ months. 3 – 6
This is how quickly you can turn your investments into cash. Liquidity
A bankruptcy will stay on your credit report for ____ years. 10
Focusing on paying one debt at a time beginning with the smallest debt to gain momentum. Debt Snowball
This type of card is linked to your checking account and draws funds from it. Debit Card
This form of payment is similar to borrowing small amounts of money with each transaction. Credit Card
The most liquid type of investment. Savings Account
This is the maximum amount allowed to be charged on a credit card. Credit Limit
Caveat Emptor means… Buyer Beware
Taxes on inheritance, estate, and large monetary gifts are called taxes on ___. Wealth
If you invest $1,000 at 10% interest annually, you will have ____ at the end of the year. $1,100
This is the abbreviation for the service that lists all homes for sale. MLS
Who is required to file a tax return? Everyone who works.
The three major credit bureaus are: Equifax, Experian, and Transunion
Account information remain on your credit report for ____ years. 7
An IRA is used to save for___. Retirement
This is the fastest growing crime in America. Identity Theft
The three basic reasons to save money. Emergency fund, Purchases, and Wealth building
The author recommends investing ___% of your income into retirement plans. 15%
This is the most common type of mortgage. 30 year fixed
Excise tax, which taxes gas, beer, liquor, and cigarettes, is also called a ____ tax. Luxury
To spread around your investment dollars among several different things to lower risk. Diversification
The three types of income taxes. Federal, State, and FICA
These are short-term mortgages that offer a fixed interest rate for a few years and adjusts after that. Adjustable Rate Mortgage
Who should make the financial decisions in a marriage? Both people
When people spend their entire paycheck, the are living… Paycheck to Paycheck
If you own a home you will have to pay a ___ tax. Property (Real Estate) Tax
This is the full asking price for an item in a store. Retail Price
This is a fee charged by a credit card company for the use of their credit card. Annual Fee
This type of insurance provides income to your family in case of your death. Life Insurance
Who should make the budget in a marriage? The one better at it.
Credit scores range from: 300 – 850
The date taxes are due. April 15th
This type of insurance pays for nursing home, assisted living facilities, or in-home care. Long-Term Care Insurance
This is entity created by the government to guarantee deposits in banks. FDIC
The best time to buy a snow blower. After winter
This area makes up the largest portion of your credit score (35%). Payment History
Interest paid on interest previously earned. Compound Interest
This short-term mortgage comes with a large payment at the end of the loan. Balloon Mortgage
This type of coverage pays for damage to your car in an accident. Collision
You lose this when you fall in love with an item you want to buy. Walk Away Power
After an interview, the purpose of the phone follow-up is to ___. Remind them of who you are!
80% of identities are stolen by: People you know!
When investors pool their money and allow a portfolio manager to invest the pool, they are contributing to a ____. Mutual Fund
This should accompany your resume when applying for a job. Cover Letter