This is 50 percent for needs, essential living expenses, such as rent/mortgage, bills, food and transport to work.

It’s 30 percent for wants, discretionary spending, such as eating out, shopping, trips and subscriptions.

The remaining 20 percent is for savings, or paying off debt beyond minimum payments, or putting money into a savings account, investment, or pension fund.

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