<prompt> Human: Ive just got a new job that pays 11 dollars an hour averaging about 1850 a month as my net income. This place I am looking to rent is 850 a month plus utilities, so the total should be 950 a month max. I also have a car with a 6 month premium of around 750. I am currently living with my parents and it has been a while since Ive paid my own rent, so Im wondering if this place is reasonable to rent with the new cash flow I have, as well as pay for food, gas, and everything else.Edit: 1850 is after tax is deducted. Edit 2: I pay 35 a month for a cell phone, no cableinternet.  <response>: 1850 gross - so lets say you bring home 1600.950 rent125 premium1,075 gone before you even consider the general livingsaving. You cant afford 850. Aim for your rent to be max about 13 of your take home. For you, a little over 500. Look for roommates or a cheaper apt. 