ECONOMICS (CBSE/UGC NET)

ECONOMICS

BUDGETING

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What percentage of monthly income is recommended for spending on housing/ rent?
A
10%
B
15%
C
28%
D
50%
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -“Ideally, you should not be paying more than 30% of your salary towards rent and utilities (such as maintenance/water/electricity expenses). If you consider a monthly take-home salary of Rs 60, 000, ideally, your rent should not be more than Rs 15, 000, ” advises Adhil Shetty, CEO of BankBazaar.com.

Detailed explanation-2: -Historically, experts suggest spending 30 percent of your income on rent.

Detailed explanation-3: -50% of your net income should go towards living expenses and essentials (Needs), 20% of your net income should go towards debt reduction and savings (Debt Reduction and Savings), and 30% of your net income should go towards discretionary spending (Wants).

Detailed explanation-4: -Our 50/30/20 calculator divides your take-home income into suggested spending in three categories: 50% of net pay for needs, 30% for wants and 20% for savings and debt repayment.

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