Catching Up to FI

International Educator, Bali FIRE | Amy Minkley | 137

Apr 20, 2025
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ANECDOTE

Childhood Financial Hardship

  • Amy experienced a major financial shift when her father left at age 12, causing her family to lose financial security.
  • Her mother's resilience inspired Amy, who learned budgeting and frugality during this challenging time.
ANECDOTE

Teaching in Japan Sparked Passion

  • Amy studied history, then moved to Japan to teach English and discovered her passion for teaching.
  • Despite a modest salary, she saved and gained enriching experiences, later continuing her international teaching career.
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Saving Big in Singapore Teaching Job

  • Amy paid off $11,000 graduate debt quickly during her higher-paying teaching job in Singapore.
  • She saved around 60% of her income because much of her housing was covered and she house-hacked by renting out a room.
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