BANKING GENERAL KNOWLEDGE
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Question
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Keep most of your savings in your checking account
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Put aside money for savings each month
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Choose the savings account with the lowest interest rate
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Put anything you can’t afford on your credit card
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Detailed explanation-1: -At least 20% of your income should go towards savings. Meanwhile, another 50% (maximum) should go toward necessities, while 30% goes toward discretionary items. This is called the 50/30/20 rule of thumb, and it provides a quick and easy way for you to budget your money.
Detailed explanation-2: -The biggest chunk, 70%, goes towards living expenses while 20% goes towards repaying any debt, or to savings if all your debt is covered. The remaining 10% is your ‘fun bucket’, money set aside for the things you want after your essentials, debt and savings goals are taken care of.
Detailed explanation-3: -How much should you save? While the size of your emergency fund will vary depending on your lifestyle, monthly costs, income, and dependents, the rule of thumb is to put away at least three to six months’ worth of expenses.
Detailed explanation-4: -40% of your income goes towards your savings. 30% of your income goes towards necessary expenses (food, rent, bills, etc.). 20% of your income goes towards discretionary spending (entertainment, travel, etc.). 10% of your income goes towards contributory activities (donations, charity, tithe, etc.).
Detailed explanation-5: -The idea is to divide your income into three categories, spending 50% on needs, 30% on wants, and 20% on savings. Learn more about the 50/30/20 budget rule and if it’s right for you.