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?
38
Where do you live? City and State (or Country if outside the U.S.)
Australia
Do you like where you currently live? Why or why not?
Love it. I’m a short walk to the beach which is my happy place.
What is your highest level of education?
Master’s
Are you single / in a relationship / married?
Married
If you are in a relationship / married, do you and your partner have joint or separate finances?
Joint
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Do you have any children / dependents?
3 kids
Do you have any pets?
No
Do you find it easy or hard to make friends?
I’m quite the introvert and struggle with making the first move!
Do you have any hobbies? Please explain.
Reading, walking, podcasts and a whole heap of other stuff I don’t get time for!
Has Covid-19 impacted you financially in any way?
Working more (healthcare) = more money, but the cost of living increases is killing me
About how much do you spend on groceries each week?
$400 AUD ($268 USD)
What is your total monthly rent / mortgage for your household?
3400 ($2,277 USD)
What is your current occupation? If not currently employed, please say “Not Employed”
Nurse
If you are currently employed, do you like your job? Why or why not?
Love it! Love the connections to patients, the people I work with and the feeling of making a difference.
What is your yearly salary (or approximate yearly compensation) for your current occupation?
85000 ($56,933 USD)
Do you have a second job or side hustle? If Yes, please explain.
I do care plans and health assessments for patients out of my usual hours and am paid per plan/assessment
If you have a second job or side hustle, about how much money do you make monthly from your second job / side hustle?
700-1000 (USD $469 – $670)
Have you ever been promoted at work? Please elaborate if so.
Yes, now in a senior nurse management role.
Have you ever negotiated your salary?
On a regular basis. I can easily justify it with the amazing nursing team we have.
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?
I wish
If you do have debt, what kinds of debt (i.e. credit cards, student loans, car) and how much debt do you have?
750000 home loan (just built) – (USD $502,200)
Are you currently investing for retirement?
Yes
If yes, about how much do you have invested for retirement?
$600000 (USD $401,760)
What’s been your favorite purchase of 2022 so far?
Our new house
What’s one piece of advice you’d give to your younger self? (Doesn’t have to be money-related)
Travel more
What are your money goals, if any?
Be comfortable. Pay the mortgage off.
What is your #1 financial concern right now?
Keeping up with inflation!
What financial victory/success are you most proud of?
Being in the position to build a new home.
It’s Per$onal is an anonymous blog series designed to shed light on the intricate details of the personal finances and lifestyles of women.