How Much House Can You Afford?
Lenders use the 28/36 rule to decide what you can borrow. Here is how to run it properly, including the step that costs buyers tens of thousands.
Lenders use the 28/36 rule to decide what you can borrow. Here is how to run it properly, including the step that costs buyers tens of thousands.
How to calculate ROI: divide net profit by cost and multiply by 100. Includes a worked example, annualized ROI for fair comparison, and key limitations.
Simple vs compound interest explained with formulas and a side-by-side example. Simple interest is flat; compound interest grows faster over time.
A safe rate of weight loss is 0.5 to 1 kg (1 to 2 lb) per week from a moderate calorie deficit. Learn the risks of going faster and the warning signs.
How many calories burned walking 10,000 steps? Roughly 300 to 500 for most adults, depending on weight and pace, with a table and a simple estimate.
How much protein to build muscle? Aim for 1.6 to 2.2 g per kg of body weight daily, with a worked example, timing tips, and the best sources.
What is a calorie deficit? Eating fewer calories than you burn. Learn how to calculate yours, how big it should be, and how to create one safely.
TDEE vs BMR explained: BMR is calories burned at rest, TDEE is your full daily burn. Learn the activity-factor formula that connects them, with an example.
How to calculate macros: convert your calorie target into grams of protein, carbs, and fat using 4, 4, and 9 calories per gram, with a worked example.
How many calories to lose a pound a week? Aim for a 500-calorie daily deficit (1,100 for a kilogram), with a worked example and safe-rate guidance.