The 30% Rule Myth: How Much of Your Paycheck *Really* Should Go to Rent (And Why It’s Not What You Think)
The first time you sign a lease, the weight of that decision hits you like a slow-motion revelation. You’ve spent months scouring listings, negotiating with landlords, and mentally rearranging furniture to fit into a space that’s either too small or *just* affordable. Then comes the moment: handing over that first month’s rent, watching as a […]