Here's the deal. I'm 22 and want to move out on my own. My parents are no help in telling me if my budget is feasible or not... so, I'm going to ask total strangers. I'm single, no kids, two dogs.
The place I want rent is 815/month. It's 760 sq. ft, so I'm assuming that utilities (I would have to pay gas and electric) are $150/month. I would want cable/internet, that's another $100/month. Total is $1065/month.
My other necessities are: my dogs ($100/month) & food ($300/month)
So, I'm looking at $1465/month in fixed expenses
I Gross about 2400 a month, net about $1800 (after health insurance and other things)
So, that would leave me $335 a month for household necessities, fun, and savings... is this reasonable????
Also, I estimated most thing up, so there's potential for a $200+ difference.
Also, I have no transportation costs. I use public transportation and the cost of my pass is deducted from my pay check.
2007-02-15
23:59:40
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