Financial Analysis Flashcards
Explain forms of financial exchange (cash, credit, debit, electronic funds transfer, etc.) (FI:058) (PQ)
Identify types of currency (paper money, coins, banknotes, government bonds, treasury notes, etc.) (FI:059) (PQ)
Describe functions of money (medium of exchange, unit of measure, store of value) (FI:060) (PQ)
Describe sources of income (wages/salaries, interest, rent, dividends, transfer payments, etc.) (FI:061) (PQ)
Transfer payment - a payment made or income received in which no goods or services are being paid for, such as a benefit payment or subsidy.
typically from the government
Explain the time value of money (FI:062) (CS)
Explain the purposes and importance of credit (FI:002) (CS)
Explain legal responsibilities associated with financial exchanges (FI:063) (CS)
Honestly (no fraud), Confidentiality, Set to maintain balance and the greater good of the society
Operate within boundaries set by the various commissions and agencies at every level of the government
SEC (Securities and Exchange Commission), GAAP, used in accounting, 10k, 10q, press releases
Uniform Commercial Code (UCC)/court may find that a sale/contract is unconscionable, or grossly unfair to one party or another. In such a case, the contract may be voided or limited. Another example is lien.
Capacity to pay; rules and regulations to govern acceptable conduct in exchanges
Explain the need to save and invest (FI:270) (CS)
Set financial goals (FI:065) (CS)
Develop personal budget (FI:066) (CS)
Determine personal net worth (FI:562) (CS)
Explain the nature of tax liabilities (FI:067) (PQ)
Interpret a pay stub (FI:068) (PQ)
Prepare bank account documents (e.g., checks, deposit/withdrawal slips, endorsements, etc.) (FI:560) (PQ)
Maintain financial records (FI:069) (PQ)