diff --git a/calc.py b/calc.py
index df6a2d2..86174d5 100644
--- a/calc.py
+++ b/calc.py
@@ -46,8 +46,8 @@ def calculate_savings_depletion(finance):
     #   if we could stretch this to July 2026, then would be more (due to less tax)
     bus_days_in_fortnight=10
 
-    # this is what I earn before-tax (and I *THINK* vehicle allowance won't be paid X 12 weeks)
-    pre_tax_D_earning = 7830.42
+    # this is what I now earn before-tax (and I *THINK* vehicle allowance won't be paid X 12 weeks)
+    pre_tax_D_earning = 8143.65
 
     # whenever I leave, I get 12 weeks (or 60 business days) + whatever leave they owe me
     payout = ((60+D_leave_owed_in_days)/bus_days_in_fortnight) * pre_tax_D_earning