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Her family’s decision to rent a modest dwelling stems from the high costs of better accommodations. The rent of about 4.2 million Vietnamese Dong (roughly $166 USD) a month, shared with her brother, consumes a significant portion of her modest income. Additional expenses for food, recreation, and further education leave limited room for savings. Their choice to move to a district 20 minutes away from the city aims to reduce costs while maintaining proximity to work opportunities.