Savings goal
Work out a monthly contribution.
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MONEY GUIDES
Short, practical guides for planning everyday money.
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Start with a habit you can keep.Understand the cost of borrowing.Put your plan into practice.Money terms, made useful.Record income and spending over the same period. Separate needs from wants.
Name the amount you need and the date you need it. Use the savings tool to break it into months.
Check the plan each month and adjust when your income or expenses change.

Interest is only one part of borrowing costs. Ask about application charges, insurance, collateral costs, penalties and early-repayment terms. Compare the total amount payable and the repayment timing.
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Money set aside for unexpected needs. Choose a target that fits household essentials and income, and consider how you would access it when needed.
Interest is calculated on the outstanding principal. Ask whether the quoted rate is annual or monthly and request a repayment schedule.
Look at principal, interest and other applicable charges. Ask which costs are excluded, rather than comparing the interest rate alone.