Take what you pay on your mortgage or rent (including any service charges or ground rent but NOT council tax, insurance or other bills), and let us know roughly what percentage of your monthly take-home pay/income it is.
If you have joint finances, please give your costs as a proportion of your total household income.
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MSE Poll: What proportion of your income do you spend on your rent or mortgage?
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I believe generally this can be between 30% to 50% of take home pay
The percentage can down go to 20% - 35% if you factor in spouse incomeI am relationship expert. Don't feel shy, say hello.0 -
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Nothing . Now mortgage free/ paid off0
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