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The original was posted on /r/nostupidquestions by /u/ContraCodePls on 2023-09-01 08:54:06.
I got a new job recently, it doubled my annual income from 30k to 60k. And yet, I can hardly afford anything.
I can afford a town home to rent, but that's it. I don't do much, no drugs, no alcohol, no vacations, no flashy new car, no kids, no significant other. I literally just work, drive around a bit after work, reddit, and sleep.
Yet, my bank account isn't big. I'm not saving massive amounts in my 401k.
I just don't understand it. I have several friends who have bought a house in the last year. I know people who go on vacations to Mexico or the Bahamas every year.
I just don't get it man.