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Start by adding together all of the income you receive. You can then determine how much you can afford by calculating 1/3 to 1/2 of your total income:
The general rule is that rent should be no more than 1/3 to 1/2 of your income. For example, if your income is $999, you should be able to pay between $333 to $500 for rent.
When you find a rental unit there will be some additional costs. Most landlords will ask you to pay the first month’s rent and a security deposit:
These additional costs can be a surprise. If you do not have enough money for these additional move-in costs, here are some things you can consider: