How many completed jobs cover the first-month reserve?
Illustrative example — not observed data
Two jobs break even in the article’s scenario; one leaves a shortfall. Unpaid invoices do not fund a cash reserve.
Methodology
Assumes AED600 received, AED100 direct cost per job and AED1,000 reserved. Excludes taxes and owner time; not an income projection.
Read chart data
| Comparison | Illustrative month result (AED) |
|---|---|
| 0 completed and paid | -1,000.00 |
| 1 completed and paid | -500.00 |
| 2 completed and paid | 0.00 |
| 3 completed and paid | 500.00 |
| 4 completed and paid | 1,000.00 |