Journey To Launch Episode 284- The Simple Path to Wealth and All You Need to Know About Index Investing with JL Collins REWIND
Your path to financial freedom and wealth doesn’t have to be complicated. This week’s Journey to Launch podcast episode lifts up the veil of overcomplicated investing strategies to show you a more simple path to wealth. Well known author and blogger, JL Collins, is on the show discussing his path to Financial Independence through index investing and his successful book, The Simple Path to Wealth.
JL Collins went from working in an ice cream parlor for $1.25 an hour (he was 13) to accomplishing Financial Independence & Retiring Early (FIRE) before it was even a thing. In this episode, JL Collins breaks down the stock market and everything you need to know about investing in index funds.
In this episode you’ll learn:
- What is F-you money and why you need it
- Ways to enjoy breaks or sabbaticals throughout your career
- What are index funds and tips on investing in the market
- Why your house is a terrible investment (his words, not mine)
- What is a Chautauqua, and so much more
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Like what you heard and want to learn more about JL Collins? Check out some of his most popular blogs on this website:
- The Stock Series
- Why your house is a terrible investment
- F-you Money: John Goodman v. jlcollinsnh WARNING: These videos are NOT work or kid-friendly. Watch at your own risk.
Check out JL Collins’ book, The Simple Path to Wealth
If you liked this podcast episode, you might also like:
Episode 11- Rejecting Homeownership, Traveling the World & Retiring by 31 Years Old
Episode 105- How To Quit Like a Millionaire So You Can Stop Working & Start Living With Kristy & Bryce
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