HUD Exam - Financial Management 2023

All of the following would help a counselor develop a realistic household budget, except: A. Payment information for a paid-off car B. Amount spent on groceries C. Rent payment information D. Monthly cable bill - Correct Answer Answer: A Since the car is paid off, the expense does not need to be included in the new budget. All of the following are reasons why it is important for a client to track income and expenses before finalizing a budget, except: A. It helps show clients that they spend less on some expenses than they think. B. It helps identify spending habits C. It helps show clients that their spending and expenses are out of control. D. It helps define realistic and attainable goals and timelines. - Correct Answer Answer: C. Clients may find that their spending and expenses are out of control. However, the purpose of tracking is to inform realistic budget preparation, not to condone or condemn a client's judgement. Which of the following is a "want" and not a "need" A. Health care premium B. Car insurance C. Gym Membership D. Rent - Correct Answer Answer: C. Gym Membership. What information is used in determining a budget (give 4) - Correct Answer Pay Stub, Bank Statements, Utility Bills, and Social Security Award Letter. Ray's commute on the bus takes over an hour, so he wants to buy a car as soon as possible, but he has poor credit and cannot obtain a loan right now. He thinks he can find a reliable car for about $2,000 and has about 20% of the total in the bank from his tax refund. if Ray's goal is to buy a car within 8 months, what is the minimum amount he needs to save each month? - Correct Answer Ray has 20% of $2,000 saved, or $400, so he needs at lease $1,600 more to reach his goal. If he saves for 8 months, he will need to save $200 each month. Which section of a credit report will contain employer details? - Correct Answer Personal Information Which section of a credit report will contain information about a student loan - Correct Answer Account Information Which section of a credit report will contain court information such as bankruptcy? - Correct Answer Public Records