I do Pretty Well for Myself
It is harmless to start off with a relation during your initial phase, as demonstration of success at work will create a good impression. But once you speak that lie, you can't really walk back, and you keep adding on to it. If your relation turns serious it will put you into an embarrassing situation when you are expected to provide your income for household budget. Things should be transparent from the start. You should be confident enough to live with your means.
