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How would your life change if you reached Financial Independence and got to the point where working is optional? What actions can you take today to make that not just possible but probable. Jonathan & Brad explore the tactics that the FI community uses to reclaim decades of their lives. They discuss reducing expenses, crushing debt, tax optimization, building passive income streams through online businesses and real estate and how to travel the world for free. Every episode is packed with ac ...
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Getting Personal with Personal Finance: Brad & Ginger | Ep 533
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1:03:42Ginger interviews Brad as they delve into the personal side of financial independence, focusing on the real struggles and triumphs behind the scenes of ChooseFI. The conversation emphasizes the importance of relatability and the idea that financial independence is accessible to everyone, not just experts. They discuss 'one more year syndrome,' the …
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Wouldn't It Be Cool If ?? | Open the Aperture With Jonathan And Brad | Ep 532
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45:58Introducing The 'Wouldn't It Be Cool If' Series Episode Summary: 2025 marks the start of an exciting new era for ChooseFI! In this episode, hosts Jonathan and Brad dive into the journey to financial independence—what it means, how to define your FI number, and why taking control of your finances is crucial. Plus, we’re evolving! This year, we’re ha…
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2025 State of the Stock Market | Brian Feroldi | Ep 531
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40:03Explore the latest insights on the stock market performance and investment strategies with friend of the show and frequent guest Brian Feroldi. This episode dives deep into the trends that shaped 2024 and what to expect in 2025, discussing everything from the significance of the S&P 500 to long-term investing principles and the impact of emerging t…
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The FI Case for Electric Vehicles | With Chris Terrell | Ep 530
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1:11:01Chris Terrell shares his personal journey with electric vehicles (EVs) and discusses the financial implications of owning one. Highlighting key incentives like the Inflation Reduction Act and the benefits of home charging, the conversation delves into the affordability, practicality, and simplicity of EV ownership, providing insights for financial …
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Getting Personal With Personal Finance | Laura And Ginger | Ep 529
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55:28Laura's shares how she transitioned from a high-stress academic career to retirement. Discover the challenges of job identity, financial planning discussions with family, and the mental preparations for life after work. Laura’s career as an associate professor in genetics involved heavy grant writing and significant stress, particularly as a parent…
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In this episode of ChooseFI, co-host Brad sits down with Jordan Grumet, author of The Purpose Code, to discuss the crucial differences between "big P" purpose and "little p" purpose. They explore how identifying small, meaningful activities can bring joy and fulfillment to life. Jordan elaborates on turning regrets and childhood joys into "purpose …
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Buy What You Love Without Going Broke | Frugal Friends | Ep 527
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57:43Join Brad, Jen, and Jill as they navigate the intricate balance between frugality and financial independence. Explore creative alternatives for spending less, and the importance of aligning your finances with your core values. Key Topics Discussed Introduction to Frugality (00:00:00) Overview of the tension between overspending and frugality. Impor…
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2024 Year-End Celebration: Inspiring Wins from the ChooseFI Community | Ep 526
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1:15:43Our Favorite episode of the year, listeners share their remarkable financial wins and transformations throughout the year. These stories highlight the power of financial independence (FI) and showcase actionable steps taken by individuals and families on their journeys. Timestamped Key Topics: 00:00:25 Celebration of Listener Wins Jonathan and Brad…
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Travel Builds Connections and Unlocks Rewards | Ep 525
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1:15:06Brad shares insights from his life-changing trip to Asia and how it reshaped his perspectives on connection and gratitude. He highlights the importance of direct human interactions and how travel exposes the beauty of our shared humanity. Ginger emphasizes the value of taking risks to build relationships and the significance of continuous learning.…
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Beyond Numbers at the Bali Retreat | Ep 524
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50:34Join Brad Barrett and a panel of community members as they explore the transformative experiences at the FI Freedom Retreat . This episode dives into the importance of community connection, personal growth, and designing a balanced life centered around financial independence. Highlighted stories emphasize overcoming fears, embracing sabbaticals, an…
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Getting Personal with Personal Finance: Katie Donegan & Ginger | Episode 523
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1:01:45Katie Donegan shares her shift in perspective on the journey towards financial independence (FI), revealing the struggles she faced as a resistant partner and her eventual embrace of the FI lifestyle. She touches on the significance of personal development, overcoming internal blocks, the impact of comparison, and perfectionism on happiness. The co…
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How Kyle and Jamie Got Back to Basics and Found Balance on the Path to FI
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1:03:21Kyle and Jamie Holmson paid off an astounding $123,000 in medical student loans in just three years—all while balancing a waitress’s salary and a resident’s income. Their journey highlights the importance of adopting simple, practical financial strategies while prioritizing essential relationships, health, and enjoyable experiences. Debt Repayment …
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Mailbag | Backdoor Roth IRA, 4% Rule & 401k Strategies for Retirement Planning | With Rachael Camp | 521
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1:07:26Answering Listener Questions on asset allocation, retirement strategies, and the intricacies of real estate investing. With Brad Barrett and Rachael Camp. Whether you are pondering upon the backdoor Roth IRA strategy or seeking clarity on managing funds without a 401k, this episode is for you! Public Service Announcement: Importance of filing the B…
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Fit Rich Life | Justin David Carl | Episode 520
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58:31Justin David Carl shares his remarkable journey from being $80,000 in debt and working in Hollywood nightlife to achieving financial independence and impressive fitness goals. He discusses key principles that guided his transformation, including the importance of environment, community, accountability, tracking metrics, and embracing a growth minds…
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Getting Personal with Personal Finance: Ginger & TJ | Episode 519
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55:13TJ shares his financial journey and experience reaching financial independence, focusing on intentional savings and the joy of family life. Early influences and educational backgrounds shaped his approach to finance, leading to a strategic path that included tracking net worth and undertaking regular financial meetings with his wife. The episode di…
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FI + Choose | Clint Murphy | Episode 518
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1:02:51Episode Summary Clint Murphy returns to ChooseFI, sharing his transformative journey labeled "FI and Choose," emphasizing the importance of choosing a lifestyle that values personal growth and meaningful connections. The hosts discuss their experiences at financial independence events, highlighting how these gatherings foster deep conversations tha…
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517 | Maximize Your Wealth: Understanding Capital Gains Tax Strategies | With Cody Garrett
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51:27Maximize Your Wealth: Understanding Capital Gains Tax Strategies | With Cody Garrett This episode dives into the strategy of capital gains harvesting, explaining how it can help individuals minimize taxes on investments and potentially realize tax-free income. We break down how this approach fits into financial independence planning, including key …
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516 | Masterclass on Muscle Building | Dean Turner
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1:18:03In this episode: building muscle for health, sacropenia, consistency and proper form, routines, and recovery. This episode is a deep dive into muscle-building strategies, with actionable advice for beginners and experienced fitness enthusiasts alike. Brad and Dean Turner share practical tips on workout programming, nutrition, and recovery, making i…
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515 | Cyber Security Update: Social Engineering & Pig Butchering
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36:34In this episode: social engineering, pig butchering, cryptocurrency risks, scammer tactics, and avoiding being a victim. This week Brad speaks with cyber security expert Tom who will be giving some updates on the landscape of cybersecurity, what targeted scams look like, as well as some actionable steps you can take to avoid these scams. Though it …
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514 | The More I Tinker, The Worse it Gets | Jeremy Schneider
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1:06:30In this episode: simplifying your financial life, Jeremy’s journey, dividend versus reinvesting, and automation. This week we are joined by Jeremy Schneider of Personal Finance Club and co-founder of Nectarine, where we will be discussing the beginnings of his personal investment journey and what that looks like now, striving for simplicity while a…
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513 | Make Your Own Dividend | Mailbag with Rachael
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1:13:31In this episode: getting started early with FI, the 4% rule, retirement accounts, real estate, and safe withdrawal rates. This episode is packed with actionable information that can help with maximizing your financial future, from house hacking to Roth conversions, and strategies for living off your investments. Brad and Rachael dive into real-worl…
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512 | Getting Personal with Personal Finance | Ginger & Anne
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1:06:19In this episode: downsizing, coastFI, redefining your goals, overcoming material attachments, and building community. This week Ginger is joined by community member Anne, to discuss her process of downsizing and navigating the physical and emotional attachments we associate with objects, places and people. Additionally, the pair discuss the importa…
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511 | Take the Next Step | Ginger Roundup
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1:00:20In this episode: doing the hard things, travel rewards, the gap and the gain, health and wellness, and real estate. This week we are back with another listener Mail Bag featuring Ginger. Listen along as we cover a range of topics from recents trips we’ve taken, facing and overcoming challenges, The Gap and the Gain, taxes in retirement and a realis…
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510 | Real Estate 2024 Update | Scott Trench
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54:57In this episode: the lock in effect, renting vs buying, househacking in 2024, interest rate, and real estate investment. In this episode, Scott Trench of BiggerPockets shares invaluable insights into the 2024 real estate market, breaking down everything from housing supply to interest rates, syndications, and investment strategies. Whether you’re a…
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509 | Getting Personal with Personal Finance | Ginger & Kim
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43:00In this episode: surpriseFI, minimalism, frugality, emotional and psychological aspects of FI, and alternative lifestyles. We often get a lot of great ideas and questions from the FI community, and what better way to answer some as well as inspire than bring in one of our own to discuss their journey! In this special Friday episode, Ginger is joine…
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508 | 5% SWR, Revealed Preferences, and the 3 Stories | Frank Vasquez
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1:08:56In this episode: 5% safe withdrawal rate, the three stories, psychology and personal finance, and community. In this insightful episode of the ChooseFI Podcast, Brad chats with Frank Vasquez, a well-known figure in the financial independence community and the voice behind Risk Parity Radio. They delve into Frank’s journey from a career in law to be…
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507 | Taking the Fear Out of Your Future | Ginger roundup
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1:08:30In this episode: overcoming fears, the importance of community, community wins, reaching FI goals, and ripple effects. This week Brad is re-joined by Ginger for another installment of the round-up, where we will be discussing topics such as new 529 plans, the importance of making connections within your community, and actionable steps for overcomin…
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In this episode: entrepreneurship, side hustles, overcoming fear, community, sharing and maintaining passion projects. This week we are joined by Kyle Nolan, creator and founder of ProjectionLab, where we will be discussing how he left his 9 to 5 to pursue a passion project, some of the challenges and realizations he’s faced while creating his soft…
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505 | Mailbag: Getting Started with FI, Debt vs. Investing, Dividends, 4% Includes Taxes?, Roth 401k | Rachael Camp
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1:12:34In this episode: debt and investing, the 4% rule, Roth 401k and traditional 401k, and total return investing. This week we are back with a listener Mail Bag featuring returning guest Rachael Camp! Together, we will be answering questions and giving our feedback on nuanced topics asked by the community! Listen along for discussions about the 4 perce…
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504 | Visualizing Your Domino Effect | Devon
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1:11:30This week on ChooseFI, Brad welcomes Devon, a 22-year-old National Guard member and aspiring mechanical engineer, to discuss the power of intentionality and personal finance! Together, Brad and Devon explore how small, deliberate actions can create a domino effect in shaping one's financial future. Devon shares his journey from joining the National…
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503 | Deep Dive: Roth IRA Conversion Ladder
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1:13:56In this episode: Roth IRA conversion ladder, starting with the end in mind, investing for growth or stability, and retirement planning. While we have covered Roth IRA Conversion Ladders on ChooseFI before, we have never in the past taken such a deep dive into the subject like we do in this week's episode! Once again, we are joined by friend of the …
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502 | Making FI Fun Again | Roundup
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1:01:28In this episode: travel rewards, frugality, companion passes, international travel, intentional spending, and listener questions. This week Brad is re-joined by Ginger as together they go back to basics during our returning round-up segment! This time around, the pair will be talking about recent travels and hacks they’ve used, travel rewards tips,…
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501 | It ALL worked. ALL of it. | Connie
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1:06:16In this episode: travel rewards, IRA conversions, working with FAFSA, health insurance, and the FI journey. This week we are joined by community member and listener Connie to discuss the beginning of her FI journey, and the transformative steps she’s taken to further maximize her journey for her and her family. With so many resources available to l…
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500 | Choose Financial Independence Today
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48:25In this episode: FI numbers, financial independence, approaching problems differently, and adjusting spending to accommodate FI. This week join our host Brad in celebrating 500 episodes of Choose FI, as he talks about the start of his FI journey, and highlights topics and episodes from the last few years. The path to FI isn’t just about simplifying…
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499 | Overcoming Limiting Beliefs | Jess - Fioneers
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1:06:25In this episode: limiting beliefs, flipping the script, looking for evidence, empowering beliefs, and imposter syndrome. This week we are rejoined by Jessica from The Fioneers, to discuss the idea of limiting beliefs, from knowing how to identify and define them, to learning to work through and overcome them using her six strategy method. To put th…
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498 | The 6 Pillars of Health | Dr. Bobby Dubois
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1:24:55In this episode, exercise, sleep, nutrition, mind body activities, social relationships, heat and cold exposure. This week we are joined by Dr. Bobby DuBois author and host of Live Long and Well podcast, where we will be discussing health optimization and wellness by deep diving into each of what he calls the 6 pillars: Exercise, Sleep, Nutrition, …
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497 | Your Social Security Questions Answered | Mike Piper
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1:04:03In this episode: full retirement age, earnings, spousal benefits, survivor benefits, filing for benefits, and the earnings test. This week, Mike Piper joins the show to talk all things social security and answer listener questions that arose from our last social security related conversation back in episode 474! Whether it is discussing the full re…
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496 | Mailbag: Roth vs. Trad, $35k Roth to 529, Combining Finances | Rachael Camp
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1:11:48In this episode: roth versus traditional IRA, second generation FI, FI and newlyweds, and retirement planning optimization. This week we are diving back into the listener Mail Bag with our returning guest Rachael Camp to answer questions from the community! Today we will be discussing the differences between Roth and Traditional IRAs and the future…
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495 | The Lazy Landlord | James Lowery
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1:08:21In this episode: real estate, lazy landlording, attracting the right tenants, finding ideal situations, and traveling. This week we are joined by returning guest James Lowery to discuss his “lazy landlord” concept to streamline and simplify real estate investing as well as set processes in place that not only make your life easier as a landlord but…
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494 | Money is Your Best Form of Protest | Tori Dunlap
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1:05:09In this episode: financial freedom, starting your own business, you can't sprint forever, buying vs renting, and investing. This week we are rejoined by host of Financial Feminist podcast and creator of Her First 100K, Tori Dunlap, to fill us in on her journey with FI over the last few years, discuss what financial equity and the importance of buil…
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493 | Design Your Extraordinary Life | Alan & Katie Donegan
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1:16:33In this episode: doing everything but not at once, building your extraordinary life, optimizing your time, and what to do after FI. This week we are joined by Alan and Katie Donogan as well as my guest co-host Ginger live from the Design Your Extraordinary Life Weekend event in Las Vegas, where we will be discussing their exercise of envisioning wh…
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492 | The RRTTLLU Investing Framework | Jesse Cramer
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50:48In this episode: RRTTLU, actual risk, actual return, balancing portfolios, understanding your timeline, taxes, and legal situations. This week we are joined by Jesse Cramer of the “Best Interest" blog and podcast to discuss “RRTTLLU”, an acronym that provides a framework and guide of some of the factors one should consider when they start investing…
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491 | Answering Your Questions on How to Access Money Before 59.5 | Sean Mullaney
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1:08:11In this episode: 72t, Roth 401k’s, Roth IRA’s, The Pro Rata Rule, PUQME, HSA’s, Retirement and Education, and Roth Conversions. In one of our faster update episodes ever, friend of the show Sean Mullaney re-joins Brad to follow up on the episode we published back in February, “How to Access Your Retirement Accounts Before 59.5,” as well answer some…
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In this episode: events, community, travel rewards, medidations, mini retirements, travel wins, and travel points. This week we are back with friend of the pod Ginger to discuss a mixed bag of topics, such as attending FI events, travel rewards and companion passes, as well as the idea of a “mini” retirements and what that can look like while on th…
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489 | Freedom Before FIRE | Trip of a Lifestyle
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59:14In this episode: connecting points, the power of FU money, the early retirement era, and enjoying the journey. This week we are joined by returning guests, Steven and Lauren Keys from Trip of a Lifestyle, to update us on their FI journey and “early retirement era,” as well as discuss the importance of finding the courage and freedom to make radical…
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488 | The Courage to Take Action | EconoMe LIVE with Doc G
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54:28In this episode: courage from community, what to do next, overwhelm, finding community, and the evolution of FI. Live from the EconoMe Conference in Cincinati Ohio, Brad is joined by Jordan "Doc G" Grumet and a room full of passionate members of our community to discuss finding the courage to take action in your FI journey. While we understand mone…
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487 | Military FI: Optimizing Your Financial Plan before Military Retirement | Daniel Kopp, CFP
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59:24In this episode: survivor benefit plans, VA benefits, VSO's disability benefits, tax planning, healthcare, and blended retirement systems. This week we are joined by Daniel Kopp, founder of Wise Stewardship Financial Planning, to outline ways you can best prepare for military retirement. Together we cover pensions, navigating the Survivor Benefit P…
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486 | The Wealthy Educator | Chris Travers
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40:34In this episode: public service accounts, side hustles, making FI possible, frugality, giving yourself freedom, and side hustles. This week we are joined by Chris Travers, a New York City public school teacher and FI community member, to discuss his journey from being a natural saver to becoming a savvy investor, talk advantages and disadvantages o…
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485 | Mailbag: Spending Down to Zero, High Fee 401k, Mini Retirements | Rachael Camp
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57:03In this episode: spending down to zero, the ratcheting rule, the guardrails approach, high fee 401k's, and mini-retirements. This week we are diving back into the listener mailbag with Rachael Camp to address the pressing questions our community has! Whether it's curiosity towards the concept of dying with zero, determining whether it is a good tim…
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484 | A Family Journey From Debt to Early Retirement in a Decade | Joel and Emily Allen
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1:07:13In this episode: wants vs needs, side hustles, tax planning, college hacking, travel rewards, mindset, and living your values. This week we are joined by Joel and Emily Allen, a married couple with children based out of Iowa who truly embody what the FI movement is all about! Not only have they seized control of their life and finances, but have al…
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