
It simply means being more conscious about your money by finding areas in your budget where you’re needlessly overspending.


And if you discover that you’re spending too much on your wants, it’s worth thinking about which of those you could cut back on.Īs a side note, following the 50/30/20 rule doesn’t mean not being able to enjoy your life. Using the same example as above, if your monthly after-tax income is €2000, you can spend €600 for your wants.
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Wants are defined as non-essential expenses-things that you choose to spend your money on, although you could live without them if you had to. With 50% of your after-tax income taking care of your most basic needs, 30% of your after-tax income can be used to cover your wants.
