<prompt> Human: Right now I have about 525 saved. I plan on saving at least 1000 for a down payment on a new car. Not long after getting the car I plan to move into an apartment. Will this be possible with my 9.50hr income? Or will I struggle? Edit - baton rouge Louisiana New car maybe around 20-25K Also will sell my 2001 Ford focus for 1000 Possibly one roommate I havent asked yet so apartment alone for now. Edit- rent usually runs around 500-600 depending on area of the city. No specific location yet. Edit- my Ford Focus has done all it can possibly do. It refuses to even crank. Edit- buying a car straight out... been there, done that. Bad outcome.  <response>: New as brand new. I dont think you should with your income. Look at something used. 