26th May 2008
Today we are learning to … understand earnings.
Looked at income tax: http://www.hmrc.gov.uk/rates/it.htm
National Insurance: http://www.hmrc.gov.uk/rates/nic.htm
Discussed superannuation (pension contributions) and how to calculate NET pay:
http://www.ir35calc.co.uk/PAYE_NI_Net_Salary_Tax_Calculator.aspx.
Discussed “compound interest” and how to calculate it quickly, using Fry from Futurama as an example of how money/interest can accrue over long periods of time.
HOMEWORK: Find out the interest rate offered on savings accounts at YOUR bank.