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How far your salary can go after paying the rent

Sweden has a 57% income tax rate, but the average salary in Stockholm goes a long way, even after paying the rent. But try paying the average rent in Hong Kong, on an average salary, and you’ll find yourself very quickly in huge debt.

Marcelo Duhalde
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