The latest advice for successful management of finances and debt warns that planning is a key factor.
Unexpected expenses have been found to be the main downfall for Brits as people are shelling out £48.7 billion a year bills which were unplanned.
Research conducted by website MoneyExpert.com found that the monthly spend by UK residents on their partners is about £62. These unexpected outgoings can be reduced by taking time to plan finances and sticking to a manageable budget.