Government worker on a $107k salary: How I’m making my money work harder
A 30-year-old government worker earning $107,000 shares how she spends and saves, aiming to diversify investments and achieve financial freedom.
A senior government advisor explains her approach to money across groceries, housing, transport and leisure. She's mortgage-holders with a partner, prioritises savings with $35,000 in cash and $25,000 in term deposits, and describes her financial personality as cautious and future-focused. The profile is part of a series exploring how New Zealanders relate to money and spending.
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