

136. “We have $500k in debt. Can I retire early?” (Part 1)
13 snips Dec 26, 2023
A couple in debt shares their struggles and past experiences affecting their view of money. They discuss frustration and fear of investing, the dangers of get-rich-quick schemes, reevaluating societal expectations of success, and the impact of multiple trips on retirement savings.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Frustration and Fear of Investing
02:23 • 9min
Divorce, Money, and Past Experiences
11:52 • 7min
Getting Rich Quick: False Promises and High Failure Rates
18:23 • 11min
Defining By Struggles and Sponsor Advertisements
29:44 • 4min
A Discussion on Financial Situation and Buying a House
33:20 • 2min
Reevaluating Societal Expectations and Finding Personal Success
35:32 • 2min
Renovation Disagreements
37:52 • 7min
Unrealistic Money Goals and the Need for Therapy
44:35 • 4min
Misunderstanding and Trust in Financial Decisions
48:28 • 8min
The High Cost of Multiple Trips
56:32 • 13min