Open Question: How much money should I save before living on my own?

6 February 2012, 5:53 pm

I live in Honolulu, HI and I am very fortunate that there is no mortgage on my family's home and is fee simple. I am still going to college. When I graduate I plan to work for a little while and save but, what is the right amount I should have before moving? I am majoring in Marketing and the average salary in the state of Hawaii is 64,000 and thats not including tax deductions. I plan to move to Seattle, WA and I am aware that cost of living is slightly cheaper. Whats a reasonable amount or length of time that appropriate to live with your family after college?... Read More »

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