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About to Press the Button.....Does my what I spend look OK?

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  • bvizion
    bvizion Posts: 25 Forumite
    Fourth Anniversary 10 Posts
    Hi peterparker12
    I have had pretty much same situation last month, did my expenditure and it was checked by debt_doctor who actually suggested I add a bit more on groceries. Consumation of Alchol and smoking seem to be all fine, as long as it is not over the top. My monthly expenses are £1500 but I pay £200 less than you for the rent and my wage is slightly lower than my wearnings, so no spare income. It was never questioned by OR! I am also paying private pension (£70 a month) 
  • I do understand the SOA for BR is to give you a chance of not getting into debt later and I feel the allowances are very fair..but.......

  • bartelbe
    bartelbe Posts: 555 Forumite
    Part of the Furniture 100 Posts Combo Breaker
    "Home and utilities £779.20 per month"
    How much? Where are you living, Windsor Castle?
  • Sonic101
    Sonic101 Posts: 151 Forumite
    Tenth Anniversary 100 Posts Name Dropper Combo Breaker
    bartelbe said:
    "Home and utilities £779.20 per month"
    How much? Where are you living, Windsor Castle?
    That sum includes rent, all the utilities and house insurance, water looks a bit high but otherwise it looks pretty average to me. 
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