<prompt> Human: Im looking at a one bedroom apartment in the Shreveport LA area, I make 9.25hr, the rent price listed says 615-755 a month. Ive never had my own place that I didnt just help my friend with rent, Im really not sure all the steps I need to take in order to have enough to get an apartment. Utilities are not included, I dont believe. Help me, rpersonalfinance! I dont want to put myself in debt trying to get my own place! Im in no rush, just looking for a set amount I should save.  <response>: That is way too high on your income. 