It’s Per$onal is an anonymous blog series designed to shed light on the intricate details of the personal finances and lifestyles of women.
How old are you?
31
Where do you live? City and State (or Country if outside the U.S.)
East Hartford, Connecticut
Do you like where you currently live? Why or why not?
Yes because it is fairly quiet but close enough (15 minute drive) to the city to have a night out
What is your highest level of education?
Bachelor’s
Are you single / in a relationship / married?
In a relationship
If you are in a relationship / married, do you and your partner have joint or separate finances?
Separate
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Do you have any children / dependents?
No just pets
Do you have any pets?
Yes, 2 dogs and 2 cats
Do you find it easy or hard to make friends?
I find it quite hard, but I have made some friends at work and I’m starting to make friends at orange theory
Do you have any hobbies? Please explain.
My hobbies are gardening and playing with the dogs/ going on hikes and walks
Has Covid-19 impacted you financially in any way?
Yes, but not in the way it has affected most. My industry became much busier and I found that my industry grew in size so I wasn’t impacted negatively, rather positively
About how much do you spend on groceries each week?
$45
What is your total monthly rent / mortgage for your household?
1590
What is your current occupation? If not currently employed, please say “Not Employed”
Insurance Marketing Specialist
If you are currently employed, do you like your job? Why or why not?
I love my job, I have a lot of freedom in my job. I work from home 2 days every week and go into the office 3 days. I am not micromanaged and my management team is truly spectacular
What is your yearly salary (or approximate yearly compensation) for your current occupation?
Base is $60,000 with bonus’s and commission I am closer to $70,000
Do you have a second job or side hustle? If Yes, please explain.
Yes, I occasionally drive for instacart
If you have a second job or side hustle, about how much money do you make monthly from your second job / side hustle?
Only 200-300 per month
Have you ever been promoted at work? Please elaborate if so.
Yes, I used to be just an account manager and was promoted to marketing specialist
Have you ever negotiated your salary?
Yes, I negotiated my hiring salary but since I have been given very generous raises and haven’t felt the need to negotiate
Are you debt-free?
No
If you are debt free, how much debt have you paid off and how long did it take you to pay it all off?
N/A
If you do have debt, what kinds of debt (i.e. credit cards, student loans, car) and how much debt do you have?
I have credit cards, personal loans, student loans and a mortgage/ HELOC
CC’s: 17,000
Personal loans: $23,000
Student loans: $32,000
Mortgage: $156,000
HELOC: $45,000
Are you currently investing for retirement?
Yes
If yes, about how much do you have invested for retirement?
$7,000
What’s been your favorite purchase of 2022 so far?
New deal for home office
What’s one piece of advice you’d give to your younger self? (Doesn’t have to be money-related)
Don’t allow your heart to cloud your brain
What are your money goals, if any?
Lower my debt and buy an investment property
What is your #1 financial concern right now?
Paying off my personal loan and credit cards
What financial victory/success are you most proud of?
Purchasing my home by myself without any assistance from a significant other or family
What makes you imperfect?
I’m too honest for my own good
It’s Per$onal is an anonymous blog series designed to shed light on the intricate details of the personal finances and lifestyles of women.
