What are five costs associated with going to college?
200
1. Education Level 2. Problem Solving Skills
3. Communication Skills 4. Personal Appearance
What are employers looking for in new employees
200
This is offered to secure a loan or other credit. For example, a car can be used for this....if the loan is not repaid....the bank can repossess the car.
What is collateral?
300
The percentage of a person's monthly income that goes towards paying debts - The higher the ratio, the higher the perceived risk. Loans with higher risk pay higher interest rates.
What is Debt-to-income Ratio (DTI)?
300
A number, roughly between 300-800, that meaures an individual's credit worthiness. This score represents a mathematical formula that assigns a numerical value to your risk level. Banks use this to determine whether you qualify for a credit card, loan, or service.
What is a credit score?
300
1. Independance 2. Opportunity to make more money
3. Make connections 4. Live a healthier and happier life
5. Start a tradition
What are some front end expenses in finding your first job
300
An individual who signs the note of another person as support for the credit of the primary signer who is responsible for the obligation.
What is a co-signer?
400
A convienient way a customer can borrow against a preapproved amount to purchase good and services. The borrower is billed for the amount borrowed plus any interest charges.
What is a credit card?
400
A general increase in prices and fall in the purchasing value of money
What is inflation?
400
An award of financial aid for a student to further their education. These are awarded based upon various criteria, which usually reflect the values and purposes of the donor or founder of the award. These monies are not required to be repaid.
What is a scholarship?
400
1. Where will you work/live? 2. What are your working conditions? 3. How much will you get paid? 4. What are your benefits? 5. What are your working hours?
6. What are your job responsibilities?
What are things to consider before you start your first job