Finance

General FinanceFor example, your ability to cover a financial emergency; meet basic expenses; having adequate financial management skills; access to financial advice, products and supports; money for more than basic needs; set and pursue long-term financial goals;...

Cover a financial emergency FinanceFor example, can access money in an emergency; has strategies for when money is short or there is an unexpected expense; has some ‘rainy day’ savings; can draw on other resources to assist.Example Question 1: Think about your ability...

Meet basic expenses FinanceFor example, you might have a tight but stable budget; sufficient income to cover all necessary outgoings; ability to meet expenses and pay bills; manageable debt; can meet your immediate needs; have control over your finances.Example...

Financial management skills FinanceFor example, your ability to manage your own money, make decisions about financial matters and deal with letters and financial forms; budget to live within your means; understand how to use and manage bank accounts; keep track of...

Access to financial advice, products and supports FinanceFor example, your access to affordable payment plans; to suitable financial products; to financial advice; access to debt management, debt counselling and solutions; knowing who to ask and where to go for...

Money for more than basic needs FinanceFor example, having access to disposable cash; increased income for non-essential things; able to afford some little extras; having the financial freedom to enjoy life.Example Question 1: Think about your having money for more...

Sets and pursues long-term financial goals FinanceFor example, your ability to make choices about life planning; planning for large expenses; setting long term financial goals; saving money for the future such as to purchase a car, home or support your...

Reduced financial worry FinanceFor example, having less financial stress; feeling free from financial worry; being satisfied with your financial situation, having increased financial security.Example Question 1: Think about your level of financial worry. For example,...