What is Vicki Gunvalson’s net worth?
Vicki Gunvalson, an independent Insurance Agent, author, and reality television star, has a net worth of $7 million. She gained fame as an original cast member of “The Real Housewives of Orange County.” Besides her television career, Gunvalson is also a published author with books such as “More Than a Housewife” and “Internet Life Insurance Selling Made Easy.”
Early Life of Vicki Gunvalson
Vicki Gunvalson, born Victoria L. Steinmetz, was born on March 27, 1962, in Chicago, Illinois. She grew up in Mount Prospect and later Paletine with her parents and four siblings. Her father owned Steinmetz Acoustical Construction Company while her mother was a stay-at-home housewife who cooked for the family. Vicki has fond memories of her childhood, and her father taught her financial responsibility starting with her first job at Swenson’s Ice Cream Shop. She went on to work at Wendy’s and Jewel Food Stores before her rise to fame.
Vicki Gunvalson: Life, Career, and Reality TV
Vicki Gunvalson got married at 21 and had two children before getting divorced at 29. As a single mother, she took a part-time job at her father’s construction company and got licensed to sell life and health insurance. She became the top salesperson at her company within the first year.
She founded Coto Insurance and Financial Services in 1994 and married Donn Gunvalson. In 2005, she was cast on season one of The Real Housewives of Orange County, which became a popular franchise across the country and internationally. She went through a public divorce from Donn and was in a controversial relationship with Brooks Ayers.
Vicki is engaged to Steve Lodge, and the couple enjoys country music concerts and spending time with their kids and grandkids. She has been called controlling when it comes to her family and career and is known for being outspoken on the reality show.
In 2018, she was awarded The United States Department of Defense, Patriot Award for her support of military spouses and families. In January 2020, she announced her departure from The Real Housewives franchise after being demoted to a “friend” on RHOC.
Vicki Gunvalson’s Salary and Net Worth
Vicki Gunvalson earned a salary of $500,000 per season of The Real Housewives of Orange County. However, her net worth is largely attributed to her successful career as the owner and operator of Coto Insurance and Financial Services. Her business has recently expanded with associates in Bellevue, Washington, and Atlanta.
Vicki’s Coto De Caza Home
Vicki’s home in the exclusive gated community of Coto De Caza in Southern Orange County was on the market for $2.695 million. The 5,400 square foot mansion features 5 bedrooms, 6 bathrooms, high ceilings, a formal living and dining room, main floor office, and a main floor bedroom with a full bathroom. The large kitchen has granite countertops, a butler’s pantry, double oven, and a built-in sub-zero refrigerator. The backyard has a pool, spa, resort-style palm trees, a grotto with a bar area, fire pit, and a full outdoor kitchen. The master suite has a retreat with a see-through fireplace and an oversized balcony with views of the backyard and the Coto De Caza hills.
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