Budget Calculator

Analyze your income and expenses to determine how much house you can comfortably afford.

Monthly Income

Total Monthly Income: $8,000

Monthly Expenses

Total Monthly Expenses: $2,700

Available for Housing

$5,300

Recommended Allocation:

Housing Payment: $2,240
Emergency Fund: $1,530
Savings & Extra: $1,530

Estimated Home Price Range:

$300K - $400K
Based on 28% debt-to-income ratio

Budgeting Tips

28/36 Rule

Spend no more than 28% of gross income on housing and 36% on total debt payments including housing.

Emergency Fund

Maintain 3-6 months of expenses in emergency savings before and after buying a home.

Hidden Costs

Factor in maintenance, repairs, HOA fees, and moving costs beyond your monthly payment.

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