How many CQ residents have no savings to fall back on?

“When we asked what Queenslanders most wanted to achieve in 2021, the overwhelming answer was to increase their savings and reduce debt.”

RACQ Bank revealed one in three Queenslanders were struggling financially and had no savings.

A new study released by RACQ Bank revealed one in three Queenslanders were struggling financially and had no savings.

RACQ’s Financial Fears Survey also found one in four Queenslanders had their financial goals

affected by COVID-19 and almost 20 per cent would not set financial goals in 2021.

RACQ Bank spokesperson Lucinda Ross said the biggest concerns people with no savings had

were cost of living and paying bills.

“We know many Queenslanders are still feeling the financial impacts of COVID-19, so it’s not

surprising they’re struggling with saving and everyday expenses,” Ms Ross said.

“When we asked what Queenslanders most wanted to achieve in 2021, the overwhelming

answer was to increase their savings and reduce debt.”

Ms Ross said the best way to increase your savings was to set clear goals and start small.

“When setting a longer-term savings goal, it can take a while to learn how to stay motivated and diligently put money away for a rainy day, but the first step is to start,” she said.

“If you know your registration and car insurance costs $1,000 a year then break it down to

monthly, weekly or even a daily expense and put it in an account you can’t see or touch. “Have different accounts for the bigger expenses. You can make separate accounts for school fees, bills, travel, coffee or takeaway and everyday expenses.

“To become a good saver, you need to create a new habit which will take time – don’t be put off if it doesn’t happen overnight. Start with any amount you can, and as you get better at putting this away, increase the amount.

“Becoming a better saver can also help you clear debt and reduce financial pressures. One way to tackle smaller amounts of debt could be to build up your savings to the point where you can pay off your debt in a lump sum.”

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