I am moving out from a toxic environment and it is essential for me to do so no matter what and soon. The following are my anticipated monthly spendings. Hoping someone with experience can look it over, see where I'm cutting corners too much, or not enough? I appreciate all the help. 25/m, Chicago. Everything is in anticipation of a roommate, but numbers pretty much stay the same if solo. I tried to round up as much as possible as a safety net on prices (while still staying frugal), and rounded down my projected earning to prepare for job instability.
Hourly Income before tax 16
Monthly Income after tax 1920
MONTHLY EXPENSES
Rent 700
Utilities (gas, heat inc) 50
Groceries 150
Internet 30
Gas 60
Dog food and rent 75
Going Out 50
Student Loans 50
Misc. household items 100
TOTAL EXPENSES 1265
WEEKLY LEFT 163.75
With this plan, I have about $163.75 left every week that I plan to either save or use in situations where inexperience comes into play. I will also approach the moving out with 2-3k in emergency funds. Thinking of also doing Uber on the side, but for only 4-8 hours a week.
May 04, 2018 at 05:35PM
