Track your savings and spending with NAV Planner

Track your spend habits with DBS NAV Planner on digibank

Are you spending within your means, or more than what you get? Here’s how you can skip the mental sums and Excel spreadsheets, and get a neat summary of your spending habits: from how much you’re spending, to what you’re spending on.

Know your spending habits in 3 easy steps

1. Review your expenses for the month

The bar chart gives you an overview of your MIMO - money in (green) and money out (red).

You’re on the right track if you have a positive net cashflow month on month (taller green bars than red), which also means you’re spending within your means.

Tapping into either will then show you the breakdown of transactions within each category.

2. Compare your 6-month spending patterns

For example, by selecting the “dining” tab, you will see a detailed breakdown of your dining expenses for the month selected. You will also be able to compare how much you spent on food over a 6-month average.

Check on month(s) with unusual spikes and look for categories where you spent more than usual to keep yourself in check.

3. Set a budget

Now that you’ve learnt more about your spending habits, the next step is to set a budget on how much you can spend.

Scroll to the bottom and click on “Manage Budget” to have better control over your expenses. Add your own transactions under specific categories that may not have been captured for more effective tracking. This way, you’d be able to monitor your progress and celebrate if you’re on track or have kept within your budget. #smallwins.

You can also choose to add your own entries by manually adding transactions to have a more accurate consolidation of your expenditure.

Check how it compares to your “Money in”

Next step: Understand your money better with this equation

Ideally, you should aim for a positive net position every month! However, in challenging times like these, we understand savings might not come easy. So, when you can save, do it as every little bit goes a long way.

Track your net position with DBS NAV Planner on digibank

DBS NAV Planner gives you a bird’s eye view of your Money In (coloured green) and Money Out (coloured red). Your green bars should be taller than the red bars to achieve positive net position otherwise, you’ll need to find ways to adjust, save more and spend less. Watch out for more tips ahead!

Here’s how to get better at money:

1. Pay yourself first

Whether it’s your allowance or salary, pay yourself first by setting aside some money for emergencies, no matter the amount.

You can automatically transfer your money to a separate account weekly or monthly, so you never forget to save. It’ll take just 5 minutes to set up a standing instruction (recurring fund transfer) in digibank and you’ll only have to do it once!

2. Manage your spending habit

After you’ve set some money aside for savings, you’re free to spend the rest. Don’t go wild though!

Review your spend in the past months, focusing on how much was on necessities, then set your budgets accordingly with DBS NAV Planner.

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This article is meant for information only and should not be relied upon as financial advice. Before making any decision to buy, sell or hold any investment or insurance product, you should seek advice from a financial adviser regarding its suitability.