CASE STUDY: Tanya wants to open her own pet grooming business after she graduates from high school. However, after doing research, she realizes that she needs to save 25,000 for the start-up capital for her business. Tanya plans to make a series of deposits of 4,000 every year for five years. She estimates that she will earn an annual interest of 5 percent on her savings. Evaluate whether Tanya's savings will be sufficient to cover her desired start-up capital What suggestions can you give to Tanya to help her manage her finances?

CASE STUDY: Tanya wants to open her own pet grooming business after she graduates from high school. However, after doing research, she realizes that she needs to save 25,000 for the start-up capital for her business. Tanya plans to make a series of deposits of 4,000 every year for five years. She estimates that she will earn an annual interest of 5 percent on her savings. Evaluate whether Tanya's savings will be sufficient to cover her desired start-up capital What suggestions can you give to Tanya to help her manage her finances?

Essentials Of Investments

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