Never said it was a perfect place to work, but for the workload and schedule the price is right. Currently in the N.E. I'm the only pilot so I can literally pick up extra work whenever I want. I get emails almost everyday from Ops saying that customer booking is restricted because of pilot availability in both south and north regions. So there is plenty of extra $$$$$$$ to make.
It is true, you do pay for housing during training . I got finished in 30 days and spent $1000 in housing at a extended stay hotel. The good news is you are paid from day 1 during training so that does cover the housing and meals for the month. It did for me.
Also, base pay now varies. The longer you commit to the company the more you get paid. My current contract with the company does not put but my 44k out of reach at all...I wouldn't lie to you Mr.chip.