Response analyzing financial statements
Using at least 175 words. Be professional and constructive. use FULL APA references and in-text citations.
1. By analyzing financial statements (either using horizontal or vertical analysis), a person can assess his or her financial condition and progress. The two most important financials statements are federal tax returns; income and expense statements.
Why do think these are the two most important statements,
2. A balance sheet reflects one’s net worth.
Net Worth is essential to show the current financial status of an individual’s or a business’s surplus or deficit.
Assets (net worth statement) – Liabilities (net worth statement) = Net Worth
Recommendation: Should increase with age until retirement
Thoughts? Do you agree this is essential? explain.
