Hello everyone this is my first post in the money mustache forum. I am a Texas Real Estate Agent. I am seriously considering a career change. People call me all hours of the day, weekends and holidays. I spend hours and money working sometimes only to have a deal fall through. I calculated this years income after tax deductions and I only made $17,000. I've been told that it is quite an achievement to earn that much money the first year but I am not sure it is worth it. The job stresses me out!! I feel like people are needy, dishonest and ungrateful. I love the freedom this job gives me because I have three young children. I am able to spend a lot of time at home with them but a lot of the time I am on the phone or my computer.
I want to take a part time job at Home Depot. I can make the same amount of money with less stress and I will know that I am getting paid at the end of the day. I can set my own schedule.
My husband doesn't think I will be happy working a part time job. I am an Army Veteran and have a Masters degree. I don't feel like I will be disappointed. I told him that my home and happiness are my priorities not the status that comes with working a certain job. I would love your thoughts. Thank you in advance.
Financially: We could really use the extra money right now. I always feel like I am desperately waiting for my next house to close.