CONVERSATION: How do you pay yourself?

MANILA, Philippines – Every other week, you receive a paycheck or a certain amount in your ATM. Where does you rmoney go? How much are you able to save?

While you’re young and fit to work, it’s important to start building a nest egg for emergencies and the future. But many adults today struggle to make everything fit within their budget. Does most of your income go to household expenses, school and medical bills, or debt payments? It’s a common picture.

Nevertheless, it’s important to learn how to pay yourself first every payday. You owe it to yourself and to your dreams.

On Friday, June 13, Rappler and COL Financial held a conversation in time for Payday Friday. We wanted to know: Where do you put your hard-earned money every month? What’s your saving strategy?

We also wanted to know your thoughts on investing – whether in a property, stocks, or other assets. Why do you think it’s important to invest? Do you want to learn how to invest, or are you already doing it?

Scroll through the highlights below. – Rappler.com