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Personal Financial Planning Definition Managing spending, saving & investing to live comfortably & reach goals.
Personal Financial Planning Benefits Better control of money, Avoid debt & dependence, Stronger relationships, Freedom from financial stress
Six steps to determining your current financial situation and what they involve Determine current situation, Develop goals, Identify alternatives, Evaluate alternatives, Create & use plan, Review & revise.
Types of financial goals Short-term: ≤1 year, Intermediate: 2–5 years, Long-term: 5+ years. Consumable: used up (food), Durable: lasts (car, tools), Intangible: non-physical (education, health).
Guidelines for setting goals Realistic, Specific, Time-bound, Action-oriented.
Life Situations/Personal Values Career, college, family, independence—all affect spending/saving.
Economic Factors/ Economic Conditions Economic Factors: Market forces, Financial institutions, Global influences. Economic conditions: Inflation, Consumer spending, High interest.
Time Value of Money Money is worth more now than the same amount in the future because of its potential to earn interest.
Principal The original amount of money deposited or invested.
Future Value The amount your original deposit will grow over time with interest.
Annuity A series of equal, regular deposits.
Present Value How much you need to deposit now to reach a future goal.
Financial Opportunity Costs The cost of choosing how to spend, save, or invest money.
Personal Opportunity Costs The cost of choosing between personal options, like going to a concert versus studying.
8 Financial Strategies to achieve your financial goals Obtain, Plan, Spend Wisely, Save, Borrow Wisely, Invest, Manage Risk, Plan for Retirement.
Career Your field of work that is interesting and fulfilling.
Job Work you do to earn money.
Potential Earning Power The amount of money you can earn over time.
Demographic Trends Patterns in population (age, gender, education, income) that affect job opportunities.
Geographic Trends Shifts in population location that influence earning levels and job availability.
Service Industries Businesses that provide services for a fee, like healthcare, education, hospitality, and professional services.
What careers are selected to reflect Interests, values, goals
Three things to consider when considering a career Aptitude, interests, and fit.
Six stages of career planning Assess personal goals, abilities, and interests. Develop a resume and cover letter; apply for jobs. Interview and improve interviewing skills. Consider job offers and accept a position. Plan and implement long-term career development.
External factors and opportunities Social influences, economic factors, trends in industry.
Internship A position where you receive training by working with experienced professionals; can lead to permanent employment.
Networking Making and using contacts to get job information, advice, or potential opportunities.
Resume Summary of your education, training, experience, and qualifications.
Cover Letter Personal letter that explains why you are interested in and qualified for a position.
Mentor Experienced employee who guides, teaches, and advises a less-experienced person.
How to Obtain Employment Experience Part time work, volunteering, internships, after school activities.
Career information sources and what they contain Libraries, Mass Media, Internet, School Guidance, Contacts, Networking.
How to identify job opportunities Job advertisements, Job fairs, employment agencies, direct outreach.
Applying for a Job Application, resume, cover letter, interviews.
Things to consider when considering a job offer Work environment, salary, employee benefits,
Long-term career development- things to do to help your career succeed Training opportunities, career paths & advancement, changing careers.
Personal financial statement Shows your current financial position; summarizes income and spending. Determine what you own owe, track progress toward financial goals, organize and monitor financial activities, measure overall financial situation.
Personal Balance Sheet Financial statement showing what you own and what you owe.
Net Worth Difference between assets and liabilities.
Assets Items of value you own (cash, real estate, personal possessions, investments).
Liabilities Debts you owe (current: short-term; long-term: over a year).
Cash Flow Movement of cash in and out of your accounts.
Cash Flow Statement Summary of cash inflow (income) and outflow (expenses) over a period.
Take-Home Pay Income after taxes and deductions.
Cash Outflow Total money spent (expenses).
Balance sheet- Steps/parts to it Determine Assests, Determine Liabilities, Calculate Networth, Evaluate Financial Situation.
How to calculate net worth Net Worth=Total Assets−Total Liabilities
Cash flow statement- Steps/parts to it Record income, record expenses, calculate net cash flow.
Calculate Net Cash Flow Net Cash Flow=Total Income−Total Expenses
Positive Net Cash Flow Surplus; spend extra money or save it. → Increases net worth.
Negative Net Cash Flow Deficit; spent more than earned. → Decreases net worth.
Budget Plan for spending and investing money to meet wants and needs; helps you live within your income.
Budget Variance Difference between the budgeted amount and what was actually spent (surplus if less, deficit if more).
Fixed Expenses Costs that stay the same each month (rent, car payment, insurance, student loans).
Variable Expenses Costs that can change month to month (food, medical bills, transportation, utilities).
Steps to Creating a Budget Set financial goals, estimate income, budget for unexpected expenses, record expenses.
What makes a successful investment Carefully planned and tied to your goals, Practical and flexible, Easily accessible for regular updates.
Savings Accounts – How They Can Help Pay for expensive items or repairs, Fund retirement or long-term expenses (college, big purchases), Provide a cushion for emergencies.
Ways to Increase Your Savings Pay yourself first, payroll savings, spend less to save
Unit Pricing Shows the cost per standard unit (like per ounce or per pound) to compare products.
Implied Warranty Unspoken guarantee that a product will work as expected.
Express Warranty Written or spoken guarantee from the seller.
Labels Information on products about ingredients, care, safety, or origin.
Marginal Cost Additional cost of producing or buying one more unit.
Marginal Benefit Additional satisfaction or benefit from one more unit.
Factors That Influence Buying Decisions Personal preferences, economic factors, social factors, cultural factors, marketing.
Four phases of consumer purchasing Recognizing needs or wants, gathering information, making the purchase, post-purchase evaluation.
Smart Buying Strategies Compare prices, read labels carefully, check warranties, consider costs and benefits, and shop wisely, and seek reliable sources.
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