George and Betty, a middle-aged couple, have watched their savings account dwindle over the years. They both make good incomes and can't understand why they aren't saving more each month. Below is their financial information to complete an income statement.
Gross monthly income: $8,000
Income taxes withheld monthly: $2,300
Monthly interest income from investments: $100
Monthly insurance payments: $700
Monthly housing expenses: $4,500
Monthly food expenses: $800
Miscellaneous expenses: $400
What is their current savings ratio?
Savings account: $1,200
Checking account: $800
Credit card balance: $1,000
Car loan balance: $12,000
Car market value: $8,000
Furniture; market value: $2,000
Stocks and bonds: $10,000
What is their month's living expenses covered ratio?