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What's a good gauge to have for this? What other considerations are there when considering how much to set aside?
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Leslie Koh
30 Dec 2019
Associate Financial Services Manager at Prudential Assurance Company Singapore
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Pang Zhe Liang
29 Dec 2019
Fee-Based Financial Advisory Manager at Financial Alliance Pte Ltd (IFA Firm)
Firstly, we need to have a complete understanding on our cashflow. Through this process, we will understand our earning ability and spending habit. Here is a guide to help you: https://www.blog.pzl.sg/understanding-your-pers...
Next, understand the situation in the household - how much money is required to run the family every month? E.g. utility, bills, grocery
From there, evaluate your affordability. For a general guideline, it will be about 10% to 20% of your income. At the same time, talk to your parents to understand their needs and work out a number that works for both parties. At the end of the day, there is no perfect number to give.
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I would say 15% is a good portion.
But will need to be adjusted accordingly to needs and situation ...
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I would suggest 20% as the max.
The minimum should be an amount that covers the monthly family expenses, while the remaining can be set aside as an emergency fund for them.