Real Estate Investing with Coach Carson #429: He Stopped Saving Money … and Still Hit Financial Independence
Jul 21, 2025
Corey, co-founder of The FIoneers, helps individuals design fulfilling lives beyond mere savings. He discusses Coast Financial Independence (Coast FI), which offers a relaxed approach to financial security. Corey shares his personal journey from burnout to balance, emphasizing the shift from a rigid saving mindset to financial flexibility. He explores how money should enhance life, not dominate it, and highlights practical real estate strategies for achieving financial goals, encouraging a lifestyle that prioritizes happiness and fulfillment.
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Coast FI vs Traditional FI
- Coast FI means you have enough saved to let your investments grow without adding more.
- This approach is more flexible and less stressful than aggressively saving for early financial independence.
Coast FI Amid Anxiety Recovery
- Corey and his wife reached Coast FI during a difficult period marked by anxiety and burnout.
- This milestone gave them permission to stop aggressively saving and start prioritizing recovery and life balance.
Transition Slowly to Coasting
- Transition from aggressive saving to coasting gradually with small, incremental steps.
- Avoid abrupt changes to reduce stress and maintain financial stability during lifestyle shifts.
