Financial Freedom takes on several different forms and for today’s guests, Matt and Alli Owen, it means taking a mini-retirement and traveling the US in their red Sprinter Van, Clifford. Burnt out and struggling with depression and anxiety from living the traditional 9 to 5 lifestyle, the Owens decided to walk away from their 6-figure jobs and live life on their own terms.

After saving 70% of their income over the course of 4 years, Matt and Alli were able to create the lifestyle that they truly enjoy. Today, Matt and Alli share their experiences on their journey to FI on Owen Your Future, their finance and personal development blog.

In this episode we discuss:

Life before the van life
Matt and Alli’s careers
Walking away from 6 figure incomes
How living the 9-5 life left them feeling stuck and led to anxiety and depression
How the Owens prepared financially
How they saved 70% of income over 4 years
Finding the courage to make such a big life change
Why they chose Sprinter Van over a Camper or Tiny House or RV and the cost to buy the van and fix it up
Resources for people that may want to fix a van to live a similar lifestyle
Their monthly expenses
The Owens’ future lifestyle plans
Valuing experiences over things

At the end of the podcast, I also talk about the waitlist to the soft launch of my monthly membership program. Get monthly tips, tools, and classes to help you launch to Financial Freedom. Click here to sign up and be the first to be notified when the doors open in Summer/Fall 2018.

Also, Journey To Launch was nominated at the 9th Annual Plutus Awards for Podcast of the Year & the Community Builder Award!

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