[New Life 300-Person Survey] About 90% Consider Reviewing Fixed Costs; Saved Money Mostly for "Savings," Investment Ranks Second

The Reality of New Life and Household Budget Review

April marks the start of new lives with entrance ceremonies, new jobs, and transfers. However, in recent years, rising prices due to increases in food and energy costs have continued, and household burdens are trending upwards.

More and more people are thinking, "I want to review my expenses" or "I want to strengthen my financial management for the future." The movement to optimize household finances by reviewing fixed costs is expanding.

Our asset management media "Asset Knowledge" conducted a survey targeting men and women aged 20 and over nationwide to investigate the reality of fixed cost review and financial management in new lives.

Survey Overview Survey Name: Survey on the Reality of Fixed Cost Review and Financial Management Survey Entity: Asset management media "Asset Knowledge" (Knowledge Art LLC) Survey Method: Internet survey Survey Period: March 31, 2026 - April 1, 2026 Survey Target: Men and women aged 20 and over nationwide Valid Responses: 300

About 90% are Positive About Reviewing Fixed Costs

When asked, "Did you review your fixed costs to align with your new life in April?", 212 people (70.7%) answered "Considering it," and 56 people (18.7%) answered "Reviewed." In total, **268 people (89.4%) are positive about reviewing fixed costs**.

Only 32 people (10.6%) answered "Have not reviewed," indicating that many people are strongly conscious of improving their household finances as an opportunity presented by their new life.

Reviewing fixed costs is a major aspect of new life.