Conservatism

Definition:

An investment strategy aimed at long-term capital appreciation with low risk; moderate; cautious; opposite of aggressive behavior; show possible losses but wait for actual profits. Concept which directs the least favorable effect on net income.

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Credit card

How long it will take to pay off your credit card and how much interest you will pay by minimum payment

Holiday spending

Plan your savings for next holiday season, use receipts to figure out how much you spent last year

Adjusted Cost

Computes the average cost base (or cost per share) for a series of stock or mutual fund purchases.

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