Across
- 4. A three-digit number that shows lenders how reliably you have paid back borrowed money in the past.
- 5. Small, miscellaneous everyday items or household supplies that are bought as needed rather than on a strict schedule.
- 6. Mandatory payments required by federal, state, or local governments on income, property, or sales
- 7. Amounts of money automatically taken from your gross income for taxes, health insurance, or retirement savings before you get your final paycheck.
Down
- 1. Bills or costs that stay the exact same dollar amount every single month, making them predictable and easy to plan for in a budget.
- 2. Monthly costs that change or fluctuate in amount depending on your usage, habits, or needs during that specific period.
- 3. The total amount of money you earn from your job before any taxes, benefits, or other deductions are taken out of your paycheck.
- 7. Money that is owed and must be paid back to a person, bank, or company, usually with interest fees