[linz06]

I've finally applied to a few different companies because I know I need to leave my current job. Everything is great so far, and I have two interviews set up next week, and a third on the way.

I got the email this morning from the third guy, who is based in another city. He wants me to email him back to set up an interview next week with the team in my city, and he also wants me to share what my salary expectations are. That's where I'm stuck.

I had an interview with another company before, but I was contacted by a recruiting firm. The guy set up the interviews and everything with no contact from the actual company. He gave me pointers for the interview, and told me if they asked about salary, to avoid giving a range, and just say "My current salary is (whatever) and I would like to stay in that range/would like an increase to switch jobs"

My fiance said don't go about it that way and say what I'm making now. He said to give a range. I think if I give a range, they'll automatically just give me the lower end of the range.

I don't know how to go about this! I am a little overqualified for the job (I could possibly move up quickly) and I expect maybe a little pay cut, so I thought I'd tell them what I make now, that it is negotiable, but I feel I have enough experience to really justify it. Then they are free to make an offer and might not lowball it like they would if I gave them a range.

Any opinions???