EBK PERSONAL FINANCE
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Author: KEOWN
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Chapter 11, Problem 1DC1
Summary Introduction
Case summary:
J and E are 28 and 27 years old respectively and have a child named L. Their combined income is $55,000 and has a two-bedroom apartment that they have taken on rent. They are now thinking about their financial future and J wants to invest in stock as stock market is moving up faster. On the other hand, E wanted to save in collectibles because she learned from a magazine that a collectible made a huge fortune to someone. When asked about their financial goals, J said that he want to save for his retirement on the other hand, E wants to save for her daughter college expenses. They both want to get a house and pay off their $4,000 credit card bills. They only have $650 of money in their savings account, when asked about their investments.
Characters in the case:
J, E and L.
Adequate information:
Combined income is $55,000.
Credit card bills are $4,000.
Savings account balance is $650.
To determine:
The first priority before investing.
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