Money Matters

3. analyzing whether the cost of an item is more than, equal to, or less than the benefit that comes from purchasing that item
4. a plan for future spending and saving, weighing estimated income against estimated expenses
5. to expend money with the expectation of earning a profit on that fund over time
6. money or assets borrowed and paid back with interest over time
9. a strategy for handling one's finances to ensure the greatest future benefits
11. the money an individual spends regularly for items or service
12. the overall increase in the cost of products and services over time

1. comparing the cost of two or more goods or services in an effort to find the best value
2. the state of owing money to another individual or business, or the amount of money borrowed
7. payment received for goods or services, including employment
8. someone who owns and/or operates his or her own business
10. an agreement by which a borrower receives something of value now and agrees to pay the lender at a later date