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Personal Personal FinanceFinance
Chapter 13Chapter 13
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CreditAdvantages
• Improved standard of living
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CreditAdvantages
• Improved standard of living
• Convenience and safety
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CreditAdvantages
• Improved standard of living
• Convenience and safety
• Help in emergencies
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CreditAdvantages
• Improved standard of living
• Convenience and safety
• Help in emergencies
• Help in record keeping
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CreditAdvantages
• Improved standard of living
• Convenience and safety
• Help in emergencies
• Help in record keeping
• Forced savings (for some)
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CreditDisadvantages
• Interest charges and fees–Grace period
–Universal default• Late payments
• Over limit
• Too much debt / available credit
• Too many credit inquiries / new car loan
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CreditDisadvantages
• Interest charges and fees
• Increased impulse buying
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CreditDisadvantages
• Interest charges and fees
• Increased impulse buying
• Financial problems–Bankruptcy
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Which of the following is not an advantage of credit?
A. Improved standard of living
B. Help in emergencies if purchase is necessary
C. Interest charges and fees associated with credit
D. Help with record keeping
E. Convenience© EMC Publishing, LLC
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Which of the following is not an advantage of credit?
A. Improved standard of living
B. Help in emergencies if purchase is necessary
C. Interest charges and fees associated with credit
D. Help with record keeping
E. Convenience© EMC Publishing, LLC
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What do you think?Discussion
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• Many people say that credit is the American way. How has credit helped Americans live better lives?
• Do you know anyone who doesn’t use credit at all? How does he or she get by?
• Do you think credit is good or bad?
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CreditFraud and Identity Theft
• Credit fraud
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CreditFraud and Identity Theft
• Credit card fraud
• Identity theft
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John A. DoeTimothy B. Jones
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Credit Identity Theft Tips
• Don’t give out your Social Security number unless absolutely necessary (give last four digits only).
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Credit Identity Theft Tips
• Don’t give out personal information to strangers on phone or over Internet.
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Credit Identity Theft Tips
• Remove mail from mailbox as quickly as possible (hold mail if going to be gone).
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Credit Identity Theft Tips
• Carefully examine all bills that come in mail / e-mail.
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Credit Identity Theft Tips
• Use shredder to destroy personal information.
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Credit Identity Theft Tips
• Don’t allow others to look over your shoulder or watch you usecredit / debit /ATM cards(skimming).
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Credit Identity Theft Tips
• Always keep wallet safely in pocket (buttoned) or purse (securely closed).
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Credit Identity Theft Tips
• Keep all receipts and check against credit card / bank statement for transactions you didn’t make.
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Credit Identity Theft Tips
• Use secure Web sites if you must send credit or personal information over Internet (https or shttp).
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Credit Reporting Identity Theft
• Notify authorities.
• Notify creditors.
• Don’t pay bills you suspect are fraudulent.
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Which of the following is not a suggestion to help with identity theft?
A. Cut up outdated credit cards.
B. Shred documents that contain personal information.
C. Don’t give out Social Security number unless absolutely necessary.
D. Destroy all receipts as soon as possible.
E. Securely store wallet.© EMC Publishing, LLC
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Which of the following is not a suggestion to help with identity theft?
A. Cut up outdated credit cards.
B. Shred documents that contain personal information.
C. Don’t give out Social Security number unless absolutely necessary.
D. Destroy all receipts as soon as possible.
E. Securely store wallet.© EMC Publishing, LLC
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What do you think?Discussion
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• Do you know anyone who has had his or her identity stolen? How did he or she deal with it?
• What tips do you think are most important to protecting your identity?
• What tips would you add to the list?
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Types of Credit Short-Term Credit
• Service credit
• Installment credit
• Credit cards
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Types of Credit Short-Term Credit
• Credit vs. charge card–Minimum payment vs. full payment
–Annual percentage rate(APR)
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Credit CardsSafeguarding Cards
• Cut up expired cards.
• Sign backs of cards.
• Carry only one or two cards.
• Photocopy both sides for records.
• Retrieve cards after transactions.
• Don’t let others borrow cards.© EMC Publishing, LLC
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Other CardsNot Credit Cards
• Debit cards
• Prepaid cards
• Gift cards
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LoansTypes of Loans
• Personal loans–Secured (collateral)
–Unsecured loans
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LoansTypes of Loans
• Auto loans
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LoansTypes of Loans
• Student loans
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LoansTypes of Loans
• Home loans (mortgage)– Fixed vs. variable rate
• Home equity loans– Usually variable rate tied to prime
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LoansTypes of Loans
• Consolidation loans
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LoansSources of Loans
• Banks
• Credit unions
• Savings and loans (mutual savings banks)
• Consumer finance companies
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LoansSources to AVOID!
• Credit card cash advances
• Refund anticipation loans
• Payday loans
• Pawnshops
• Loan sharks– Rate limit varies by state
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Do you want cash back?
YES NO
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Which of the following would be the most expensive source for a loan?
A. Payday loan
B. Reputable bank
C. Credit union
D. Savings and loan
E. Consumer finance company
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Which of the following would be the most expensive source for a loan?
A. Payday loan
B. Reputable bank
C. Credit union
D. Savings and loan
E. Consumer finance company
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What do you think?Discussion
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• Why would someone take a payday or other high-interest loan? What alternatives should she or he consider?
• What do you think about taking a loan for your tax refund before you receive it? Is that a good way to purchase something now that you really want?
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