Controle financeiro familiar: um olhar sob a perspectiva da contabilidade

Abstract

This paper aims to present a brief discussion on the theme of financial control for families, from an accounting perspective. Analyzing, therefore, the Brazilian environment that presents several difficulties in terms of savings, indebtedness and default. To this end, a brief instruction on basic accounting concepts would serve to circumvent this already chronic problem. The analysis is based on a literature review and secondary data from Brazilian Institute of Geography and Statistics, Central Bank of Brazil and other sources of information. Certainly, this study contributes to clarifying ways to improve the management of family financial life, enabling people to have a minimum of education. This study also demonstrates the accounting procedures that can be used as an aid in family financial control.