If I buy this, it’s not to show off. I just want to feel like I’m moving up a little in life.”

For some, RM2K salary in Terengganu is already considered lucky.

“Are you choosing a husband or interviewing a job candidate?”

If your partner earns more than you, would it bother you?

Since when does RM1.7K fall into the tax bracket?

Can employers really deduct 100% of a worker’s salary?

Paid less than promised, and only told after she asked.

Annual leave starts after one year. Medical leave not included.

“The kindergarten owner also lives a lavish lifestyle.”

Banks may offer higher financing, but you are the one paying it back.

“My child was happy, but my heart was filled with mixed emotions.”

Salary flex turned into a life lesson.

“Even Filipino domestic helpers are paid RM2,600 now. What kind of disgraceful company is this?”

Bonus kena potong, then everything went downhill.

Middle class, middle ground, middle struggle.