Awareness 1. Do you know exactly how much money comes in and goes out each month?
No idea at all A rough idea Mostly, I track the big items Yes, to the cedi
Awareness 2. Do you know your current net worth (what you own minus what you owe)?
Never calculated it I could guess I reviewed it in the past year I review it regularly
Behaviour 3. How often do you spend more than you planned?
Almost every month Often Occasionally Rarely, I stick to my plan
Behaviour 4. Do you save a fixed portion of your income before you spend?
No, I save what is left, if any Sometimes Yes, but the amount varies Yes, automatically and consistently
Management 5. Do you run a written or digital monthly budget?
No budget In my head only Yes, but I do not always follow it Yes, and I review it monthly
Management 6. How would you describe your debt situation?
Overwhelming, I borrow to repay borrowing Heavy, repayments strain me Manageable and reducing No bad debt at all
Protection 7. If your income stopped today, how long could you cover essential expenses?
Less than a week About a month Three months Six months or more
Protection 8. Do you have health, life or business insurance cover in place?
None Only basic health cover Some cover, not reviewed recently Adequate cover, reviewed regularly
Growth 9. Are you investing any money towards long term growth?
Not at all I keep cash savings only Yes, occasionally Yes, regularly and diversified
Growth 10. How confident are you in your knowledge of investment options available to you?
Not confident at all Slightly confident Fairly confident Very confident
Freedom 11. Do you have a written plan for retirement or financial independence?
No plan I have thought about it A rough plan with some contributions A clear plan I am funding monthly
Impact 12. Are you able to support family, community or causes without hurting your own finances?
No, family demands strain me badly I give, but it hurts Yes, within limits I set Yes, it is planned and budgeted