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Cindy Lamothe

FORGOTTEN HISTORY: How much should gen zers save from their paychecks in 2026 - Caught on Camera

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If you’ve ever gotten your paycheck and wondered much of it you should actually be saving, you’re not alone. Between rent, student loans, side hustles and that daily cold brew habit, figuring out how much to stash away can feel like solving a financial puzzle. 

According to CNBC, when it comes to saving, many Gen Zers are dangerously asking “What’s the point?” As 2026 approaches, here’s a way to rewrite the rules of money management — where saving doesn’t have to mean sacrificing the fun stuff. 

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