What is debt?
Money that you owe to an institution
What is interest measured in?
Percent / decimal
What is tax?
Money that is added to the purchase price that goes to the government
What is the difference between a checking and a savings account?
A checking account is for everyday transactions and quick access to funds, while a savings account is for accumulating money and earning interest, with less frequent access.
What are the 3Ps of budgeting?
Prioritize, plan, and paycheck
What are the two types of interest rates?
Variable and fixed
13%
What is the difference between investing and saving?
Investing: more risk, more reward, variable
Saving: long term goals, not as much risk, not as much growth
What is a fixed expense?
A cost that remains consistent in frequency and price
eg: rent, loans, subscriptions
Principal x Rate x Time
How do you calculate the total price after tax?
Subtotal x 1.13
What is the 50/30/20 rule?
Savings goal template:
50% to needs
30% wants
20% savings
Is gas a fixed or variable expense?
Variable
month/ 12
You bought something for $20.00 plus tax. How much is the total after tax?
20x 1.13 = 22.60
What is the difference between a TFSA and an FHSA
FHSA: first home savings account, used only for your first down payment purchase