Assignment 4 Carla Capobianco

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Ashworth College *

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Jan 9, 2024

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Assignment 4 Part A: 1. Allison expects her monthly cash inflow after taxes to be $3000. She also has the following monthly expenses: Rent, $750; student loan payment, $200; utilities, $150; food, $300; recreation, $600; car expenses, $200; clothing, $150. What is Allison's net cash flow for the current month? Allison’s total expenses for the month Total expenses = $750 (Rent) + $200 (Student loan payment) + $150 (Utilities) + $300 (Food) + $600 (Recreation) + $200 (Car expenses) + $150 (Clothing) Total expenses = $2,350 Net cash flow = Cash inflow - Total expenses Net cash flow = $3,000 - $2,350 Net cash flow = $650 Allison's net cash flow for the current month is $650. 2. Judy has cash inflows of $3,000 for the month of June. Her expenses or cash outflows were $4,000. List two (2) options for Judy to meet her financial obligations in June and indicate the effect (increase or decrease) of these options on her assets and liabilities.
Option 1: Judy can use her savings or emergency funds to cover the shortfall of $1,000. This would decrease her assets (savings) as she would withdraw money from those funds to meet her expenses. However, her liabilities would remain unchanged as no borrowing or new debt is involved. Option 2: Judy can borrow or take a loan to cover the $1,000 deficit. This could be done through a personal loan, credit card, or borrowing from friends or family. By borrowing, Judy would increase her liabilities as she would owe the borrowed amount to the lender. Her assets would remain unchanged as she is not utilizing her own funds. Part B: Describe how credit cards affect the following. 1. Your personal budget Credit cards can impact your personal budget in several ways. Although convenient, credit cards can lead to increased spending habits and affect your budgeting by allowing you to spend more than you actually have on hand. If you have a balance on your credit card and only make minimum payments, you must factor your interest charges and minimum payments into your budget. It can also be used positively to give you rewards and cash back, increasing your budget. 2. Your income statement
Credit card purchases would be recorded as expenses on an income statement, reducing your income for the period. If you incur interest charges on your credit card balance, these expenses will also be recorded in your income statement. Your statement would show an increase in purchase and finance costs. 3. Your balance sheet The outstanding balance on your credit card represents a liability, as you owe the credit card issuer the amount you've borrowed. This liability is recorded on your balance sheet. Credit card purchases Increase the asset side and, at the same time, increase the liability side. Credit Card Payments can also Decrease the asset side and, at the same time, decrease the liability side. Part C: Describe at least two (2) advantages and two (2) disadvantages of selling your home yourself instead of hiring a realtor. There are many advantages and disadvantages to selling your home on your own. If you sell your home independently, you save the 5% -6% commission you would pay the realtor. The small percentage can add up and save you a lot. Selling your home yourself also gives you full control over the entire process. You can set the listing price, choose the marketing strategies, and negotiate directly with potential buyers. This allows you to tailor the selling approach to your needs and preferences.
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The disadvantages of selling your home on your own are limited exposure. Realtors have access to the MLS, which increases the exposure of your home. When agents list on the MLS, all the agents in the area can see it. They also have access to listing it on all platforms. This increases the chances of finding a buyer fast and easy. Listing on your own also takes up a lot of time. You would be responsible for all marketing, showings, negotiating, writing contracts, and other paperwork. If you have another job, this can be very hard to do alone.