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?
33
Where do you live? City and State (or Country if outside the U.S.)
Istanbul, Turkey
Do you like where you currently live? Why or why not?
Yes
What is your highest level of education?
Master’s
Are you single / in a relationship / married?
Single
If you are married, do you and your spouse have joint or separate finances?
N/A
Do you have any children / dependents?
No
Do you have any pets?
Yes
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Do you find it easy or hard to make friends?
Easy
Do you have any hobbies? Please explain.
Hiking, reading, traveling, listening to true crime podcasts
Has Covid-19 impacted you financially in any way?
No
About how much do you spend on groceries each week?
$60
What is your total monthly rent / mortgage for your household?
300
What is your current occupation? If not currently employed, please say “Not Employed”
NGO Worker
If you are currently employed, do you like your job? Why or why not?
Yes
What is your yearly salary (or approximate yearly compensation) for your current occupation?
50,000
Do you have a second job or side hustle? If Yes, please explain.
No
If you have a second job or side hustle, about how much money do you make monthly from your second job / side hustle?
N/A
Have you ever been promoted at work? Please elaborate if so.
N/A
Have you ever negotiated your salary?
Yes
Are you debt-free?
Yes
If you are debt free, how much debt have you paid off and how long did it take you to pay it all off?
11,000 in 2 years
If you do have debt, what kinds of debt (i.e. credit cards, student loans, car) and how much debt do you have?
N/A
Are you currently investing for retirement?
Yes
If yes, about how much do you have invested for retirement?
25,000
What’s been your favorite purchase of 2021 so far?
Dyson vacuum cleaner
What’s one piece of advice you’d give to your younger self? (Doesn’t have to be money-related)
Be more intentional to know yourself and what you truly want in life
What are your money goals, if any?
Saving for retirement
What is your #1 financial concern right now?
Not getting enough saved for retirement since I didn’t start until 28
What financial victory/success are you most proud of?
Not getting a credit card until I knew I could be responsible with it a therefore never having credit card debt
*Bonus question*: What makes you imperfect?
Sometimes I move money around in categories mid-month to cover impulsive buys
