Press release Distributor: Sony Network Communications Co., Ltd. FP Ayako Sakamoto, how to live in an era when income does not increase Sony Network Communications Co., Ltd.'s Internet connection service "So-net" is a remote living alone in your 20s. We conducted a survey on the communication environment at home for male and female workers.The main survey results are as follows.Main survey results 70% of the wallet situation of living alone in their 20s has not increased their income.The fixed cost that I want to keep down most is "communication cost" ● 67.9% of people in their 20s who live alone "have not increased their income" from the previous year.75.5% "want to review" how they spend their money each month.● 90% of monthly fixed costs are “I want to keep down”.The number one fixed cost to keep down is "communication cost" (average 9,210 yen), which is higher than the second place utility cost (8,789 yen).New life from April!For remote workers living alone in their 20s, she wants a living environment suitable for remote work. ● 3 out of 4 remote workers living alone in their 20s "want to continue remote work" (75.8%).● 65.5% wanted a living environment suitable for remote work, and "already moved" (10.3%) and "planned to move" (20.3%).I want to use an optical line, but I don't.The reason is that "costs" and "specs" are too much for one person. ● The Internet line at the home of a remote worker living alone in his twenties is 44.5% for "optical line" and 55.5% for "other than optical line".● The degree of line satisfaction during remote work for people who use non-optical lines is low (optical line 88.8%> non-optical line 71.6%).● The reasons for dissatisfaction with the Internet line at home are "line is unstable" (45.6%) and "communication speed is slow" (39.2%).● 60% of remote workers in their 20s who do not use optical lines "want to use optical lines at home" (59.2%).● The two major factors that people want to use optical lines but do not use them are "high cost" (36.8%) and "optical lines have excess specifications" (27.2%).● Regarding the line speed, optical line users: slightly left over 32.0%> insufficient 8.9%, users other than optical lines: slightly left over 25.1% 8.9% shortage) is much higher.A remote worker living alone in his twenties seems to feel that "I want to connect an optical line to my home, but I think I can't afford it ...".There is a demand for an optical line that is just right for you with price specifications.■ An era when income does not increase “Perfect for me” is the selection criterion In this survey, 70% of people in their 20s answered that their income has not increased, but unfortunately this situation is likely to continue for a while.The sluggish income of young people has been highlighted by the corona stigma, but in fact it has been going on for the past 20 years.The salary system for office workers has changed from the former seniority system to performance-based compensation according to business performance, and it is difficult to increase income just by working normally.However, even if your income does not increase, you still need to pay for food and fixed costs.There is a growing need to choose the right product for one's life within a limited budget, rather than having to put up with it because there is no money, and companies are also providing products and services that meet this demand.Rather than buying the same medium-sized item, everyone wisely identifies products and services according to their income according to their priorities and needs, and selects the item that is “just right for them”. It seems that consumption will increase.Just like in the bubble era, everything is one rank higher!Isn't it a wise choice in an era when income does not increase, to choose the right one that fits your height rather than aiming for it?■ Fixed cost control, first of all, from a large amount of rent, the guideline from the take-home amount is 25% In this survey, many people wanted to move to a house suitable for remote work, but the fixed cost of living alone is large, isn't it? ..It is easier to manage fixed costs if the rent is 25% or less of the income you take.There is also a company's rent subsidy system, so it cannot be said unconditionally, but for example, if the take-home income is 200,000 yen, the ideal rent is about 50,000 yen.With this amount of money, living alone in the city center seems to be difficult, but it may be good to devise room sharing.As a guideline for saving money, keep in mind 40% if you live in your parents' house, at least 10% if you live alone, and 20% if possible.■ April, when a new life begins April, taking the opportunity to review the contract plan for communication costs Among the fixed costs of living alone in your twenties, “communication” is important, has a high priority, and costs a lot.I think that it is the number one fixed cost that I want to keep down.Communication costs and utility costs are used every day, but even if you review how to use them to save on utility costs, the amount of money that can be suppressed is insignificant, and you may not feel the effect depending on the environment such as temperature.Therefore, if you want to keep fixed costs down, we recommend that you review your communication contract plan.The living environment will change in April, when the new year begins, so it's a good time to review the plan.■ Don't forget to check the contract period and the binding of penalties!In the 20s, a plan without binding is profitable after all. However, when choosing a fixed cost plan such as communication costs, it is often overlooked that the contract period is tied up.If you make a contract because the charge is advantageous, you may incur a penalty when you cancel the contract.If you live alone in your twenties, you may suddenly want to move.In such a case, it is troublesome to have a contract period.There is also a plan that you can save money by signing a set contract for XX and XX, but such a "set discount" system is not recommended for people in their 20s whose lifestyle is liable to change.Light footwork as much as possible!I would like you to choose a plan that suits you best in terms of costs and functions, with few conditions such as contract period and penalties.I think that this "So-net Hikari minico" has a big merit that there are few bindings.For those in their twenties, who tend to review how they spend their money, move, and change the environment, I think that having less ties is a very attractive condition in addition to the price savings.For those who want to reduce fixed costs, we recommend that you review the plan you have contracted for, including communication costs.Ayako Sakamoto Her financial planner (CFP (R) certified by the Japan Association for Financial Planners) Representative of Ayako Sakamoto Office Graduated from the Faculty of Letters, Meiji University.She was in her twenties repeatedly rebounding from savings, but when she was 29, she was in charge of a life insurance article in a women's magazine, and she became a consumer as a money writer. She began to cover and write money articles for herself, and she practiced herself.She earned her financial planner qualification in 1999.Since 2008, she has written articles such as "Deposits / Savings" and "Banks / Post Offices" as a money guide for the information site "All About".She started working as an independent FP in 2010, and she also provides household consultations and seminar lecturers.In her recent book, "Tell me how to save money so that I can live peacefully every day even if I have an annual income of 2 million yen!』."So-net Hikari minico" Product Information ■ Prices and specifications are just right for living alone!Sony Network Communications Co., Ltd. will launch a new plan "So-net Hikari minico" in 2022, which allows you to use optical lines at a reasonable price with a band designed exclusively for the Internet connection service "So-net". It has been provided since the month.This plan is a dedicated network with a maximum communication speed of 1 Gbps 1), and there is no minimum usage period or penalty, so customers can use optical lines at low cost.In recent years, the needs for fixed-line communication services are rapidly diversifying due to lifestyle changes and an increase in the number of smartphone native generations, such as the penetration of telework that originated from the corona disaster.As is clear from this survey, if you live alone in your twenties, you may want to use an optical line, but due to cost and specifications, many people refrain from using it because they may not be able to afford it.Therefore, in this plan, by simplifying the incidental services and establishing a dedicated network for this plan2), we have realized a reasonable price of 3,400 yen for the plan for apartment houses and 4,500 yen for the plan for detached houses.There is no minimum usage period or penalty, making it an easy plan to apply for.This service is especially suitable for single-person households who do not need high-speed, large-capacity communication on a daily basis and want to use optical lines at a low price.If you need a faster and more stable communication environment than normal use, such as a large game update or an online live that you want to enjoy with high image quality, you can use a 24-hour wideband network for an additional charge of 220 yen. (One Day) ”is available exclusively for this plan.In addition, optional services such as security service, optical telephone service (So-net optical telephone), and terrestrial digital retransmission service (So-net optical TV) can be additionally applied according to customer needs.* 1) 1Gbps is the theoretical maximum speed of the interconnection point between the ONU installed in the house and our network equipment, and is a best-effort service.* 2) You can use it in the same way as other plans during less crowded hours (especially during the daytime).On the other hand, the communication speed may be slower than other plans during busy hours (especially at night).■ Original videos are also available We are releasing original videos of So-net Hikari minico, which expresses a pleasant “perfect” with a dog's nose and potter's wheel.In the video, "Real Momo", who is dressed as the talent Moga Mogami, will perform with children and Shiba Inu to deliver a pleasant "perfect" moment, named after the Internet "So-net Hikari minico" that is "perfect for you". doing.● The dog's nose is perfect for the ring of fingers: https://youtu.be/GwkHzaT3P0E ● The ping-pong ball is perfect for the vacuum cleaner: https://youtu.be/AQCYgRGV1OE ● The rokuro is perfect for the hands: https://youtu.be/5tscHjPS_vo ● Bangs are perfect in a straight line: https://youtu.be/UVNa0zi0cm4 Offer start date February 1, 2022 Specifications ● Fee Detached house 4,500 yen / Apartment house 3,400 yen ● Line construction Cost 26,400 yen (In the case of 36 installments, monthly fee 726 yen, 1st month only 990 yen) ● Administrative fee 3,300 yen ● No fixed-term contract period No penalty Communication maximum communication speed: 1Gbps Connection method: IPoE crispy switch (one day) Specifications: If you apply by 23:59 the day before, you can use the broadband network at about 24:00 the next day. 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