[Anonymous]

I just started working for one of the big4s. My problem is I am having a tough time making ends meet financially. I have already trimmed my spending by packing lunch, eating out less (I eat ramen noodles and eggs for dinner several times a week), and getting a lower cellphone plan. The extra expenses of gas and parking fees are taking a toll. I don’t have any unnecessary monthly spendings (car payment, insurance, utilities, and rent). For the past month, I have spent over $400 on gas and parking alone. I still have not factored my student loan payments that are about to start pretty soon. I am netting less than my previous job in which I get paid hourly, and I am getting taxed way more :(. I knew that I was only taking a small pay cut when I took the job, but I did not expect the extra costs that are not reimbursed. I wanted to get a part time job, but it will be a problem once busy season kicks in, and I am still studying for the CPA exam. Any tips on earning and saving more money?

[Spock]

@ co10101 & LSNYC , Thanks for your replies. It is good to hear that it will be possible to make it on that type of salary. I dont do much partying or go out very often so expenses other than necessary ones will be small. As for a roommate, I know things will be much easier on the wallet but I have had some bad experiences with roommates in the past and the last thing I need on my mind is a similar experience; unfortunately I dont have any friends moving to the same area either.

I looked at Queens/BK/Hoboken, and a few places way up on the East and West side. I found some decent prices at zillow and trulia. I know the specific places wont be available but I was trying to get an idea of price & location. I really just want a place to lay my head that is safe and a quick commute (under 30mins door to door).

[henryv]

I'm way way below the salaries posted in here but I can still save. The only difference is that I have no student loans to pay, I have a roomate to share my expenses, I'm using a prepaid card for my phone, the house I'm renting has free internet access and utility bills. The only expense that are big in my pockets are transportation to work and rent. Maybe find a carpool or use public transportation so you can cut some of your expenses.

FAR - 92 02/2013
AUD - 90 05/2013
REG - 85 10/2013
BEC - 80 12/2013

I'M DONE. THANK YOU LORD!

[henryv]

I'm way way below the salaries posted in here but I can still save. The only difference is that I have no student loans to pay, I have a roomate to share my expenses, I'm using a prepaid card for my phone, the house I'm renting has free internet access and utility bills. The only expense that are big in my pockets are transportation to work and rent. Maybe find a carpool or use public transportation so you can cut some of your expenses.

FAR - 92 02/2013
AUD - 90 05/2013
REG - 85 10/2013
BEC - 80 12/2013

I'M DONE. THANK YOU LORD!

[Author]

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