I am a spendthrift: Tina Dutta

Tina Dutta aka Ichcha of Uttaran says she is a shopaholic and shops till the last penny in her purse but even today she gives her salary to her mother. Read on as Tina shares her spending habits with TellyChakkar. How important is money for you? Very important! You need it to live your life fully. In today's times, money speaks. Are you an impulsive buyer? Yes, I am a complete shopaholic and whenever I go for shopping I shop till the last penny in my purse is over. How do you invest? I have not invested as yet but recently I bought a car for myself and I am soon planning to buy a house in Kolkata. Which is your most expensive buy till date? My Ritz car; I shelled out 5.5 lakhs. Do you feel financially secure? Yes, I am happy with whatever I have right now. Who handles your expenses? My mom and dad look after it as I am a spendthrift. My dad thinks of my future and saves it. What was your first salary? How did you spend it? I got my first salary when I was four years and six months old; I don't remember how much it was but it was offered to God. How much money do you carry on a day-to-day basis? I carry around Rs 3000- 4000 and also some credit cards. Any advice for investors? Don't spend your money recklessly. Save money for the future. And don't depend on anyone for your needs or luxuries. When you think you are capable of buying something only then go for it. Don't buy anything on loan.