I am working on my '09 budget and wanted to know if my numbers are out of whack. I am looking to save more money next year and at the same time be realistic with my projections. I live by myself, late 30's and these are the budgeted numbers I have so far:
Monthly numbers
$3,000 Rent (includes all utilities, including maid service, cable+internet, cell phone, etc...)
$1,250 Entertainment (includes all vacation expenses, summer beach house rental, transportation, dates and booze)
$800... Food (regrettably I eat out 90% of my meals)
$250... Misc (health, haircuts, bath & grooming items + miscellaneous expenses)
$1,292 401k contributions (max it out)
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Net $2,365 (savings hopefully)
Between 401k and Net (savings) I would be saving 40% of my net income per month, good? can be better?
I probably could have done a separate thread, but was curious how this compares to bachelors in NYC. I could go the roommate route but honestly think I am beyond that being in my late 30's. Entertainment and Food could certainly be cut back on but I am also trying to be realistic living in nyc and both of these numbers are lower then what I spent in '08.
I just don't get that, does it really cost more to show an HD signal? They invest in getting these large flat screens yet they don't take advantage of showing HD. absolutely mind boggling
I go there a couple times a month, I need to layoff the burnt ends though. I also wish RUB had more veggie options for sides, not a fan of their collard greens or whatever it is called - they need corn on the cob or something. I typically get the dirty fries and cornbread (treat it like dessert).
Bourbon selection is amazing, beer selection is solid, and the BBQ was excellent. Same people also own Spuyten Duyvil across the street, a great beer bar to chill at after dinner.
