Wow, 25% raise effective in march!!   Then a promotion in title and another raise in 6 months...crazy.  You gotta love the investment industry!!  I was almost about to lose my drive but I think my manager just increased my motivation to pass the cfa level 2 now, hahaha. 

Another good news...i have pretty much decided i am going to be moving out after my exam in june.  There is just no reason to stay at home anymore.  I am pretty excited since i LOVE decorating, so can't wait to decorate my new room hahaha.