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housing costs
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The Rent Rule You’re Breaking (And How Much of Your Income Should Go to Rent)
The 30% rule is a myth. It’s the financial equivalent of a one-size-fits-all shirt—comfortable for some, suffocating for others. Yet, millions of renters still...
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The Rent Rule You’re Breaking (And How Much of Your Salary Should Go to Rent)
Take the case of Emily, a 28-year-old marketing manager in Austin. She earns $85,000 but spends 45% of her take-home pay on rent—a number that would make most...