QUOTE(wodenus @ Jan 6 2011, 12:21 AM)
Sounds like fun. but how much do they cost? and what is the commute time etc. ? and how much free time do you have? can a waitress realistically expect to own a house in a good neighborhood (i.e a safe one with modern conveniences and a short commute to her workplace) in her lifetime?
if you are a full time waitress in a nice well known franchised restaurant, you could prolly earn around 20$ per hour. if you work like 40 hours a week, so you get $700 a week give or take minus tax. ?? i am not sure. i'm just a part time.
as for owning a house to yourself without sharing with anyone. i guess it is possible but it would take a much longer time than professionals. and you would be more restricted. might not even save much or save at all. depending if you're single or married. it's really hard to say. and it realy depends on the individual.
but you can always buy the house. pay the mortage and rent some rooms to people or even friends. that will definitely help out a lot. and if you have a spouse, he/she can always help out. like paying 50 50.
QUOTE(b3ta @ Jan 6 2011, 12:27 AM)
ah always good to have net income. enjoy it while it lasts
my bro's gonna get married in 2 years. so i better save all my pennies for that rainy day! hopefully, i could save enough to get a house by then!