For a very long time I was saving a lot, even over 50% of every paycheck. I was renting a room, even if I could easily rent whole flat. I was spending my money mostly on food, clothes and sometimes I bought electronic gadgets. I didn't even had a driving licence, cause I thought owning the car is an unnecessary expense.
Now I own used BMW, so I spend a piece of money on fuel and casual fixes. I also spend greater amount of money on branded clothes. I buy a lot of books, which I am currently addicted to. I'm 32 single guy with decent salary, but I still rent a room, instead of a flat. I still buy electronic gadgets and I pay more for them, than before. I don't cook, so I either eat outside or order catering for whole day. I don't intend to invest my money. I just want to live my life, learn science, read books, play with my cat, meet with friends and develop my pet projects. I use time as currency, so I'd rather pay someone to clean my flat or fix the car, even if I could easily do it by myself. There are months, when I can spend more than I earned, but usually I can save even %40 of my paycheck. And BTW I'd rather call myself a geek, than nerd. But it was nice, to share my thoughts ;)
Now I own used BMW, so I spend a piece of money on fuel and casual fixes. I also spend greater amount of money on branded clothes. I buy a lot of books, which I am currently addicted to. I'm 32 single guy with decent salary, but I still rent a room, instead of a flat. I still buy electronic gadgets and I pay more for them, than before. I don't cook, so I either eat outside or order catering for whole day. I don't intend to invest my money. I just want to live my life, learn science, read books, play with my cat, meet with friends and develop my pet projects. I use time as currency, so I'd rather pay someone to clean my flat or fix the car, even if I could easily do it by myself. There are months, when I can spend more than I earned, but usually I can save even %40 of my paycheck. And BTW I'd rather call myself a geek, than nerd. But it was nice, to share my thoughts ;)