Hello! First time poster and would appreciate insights. Last year I had the opportunity to move across the country for work with my current company. I went from the mid-west to outside the Bay Area in a very HCOL area. The new package was enough to cover expenses and the increase in COL, but no wiggle room otherwise. After relocating there has been a lot of question on my end if it was a mistake. With the increase in all expenses (gas, groceries, utilities, etc) because of the current events, now I am 100% paycheck to paycheck just to cover basic expenses and minimum payments. And it has become crystal clear that there is no room for growth with the company now that I am out here. So, go back to the midwest with a lower COL but take a hit to income because the midwest generally pays less. Or, stay and take on a second job here. My family and community is in the midwest and I miss them terribly and there is no extra money available to go visit. Feels like living in paradise (it is very pretty here!) but with absolutely zero dollars to be able to go and enjoy the area. I just want to make progress on these debts and my financial stability.
Submitted June 08, 2022 at 10:14PM by WhichPlenty3847 https://ift.tt/6fw39Pt
