Indie Hackers #254 – Getting Rich, Designing Your Life Afterwards, and Risk Management with Arvid Kahl and Daniel Vassallo
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May 22, 2022 
Two successful indie builders discuss getting rich without letting money dictate your life. They weigh college against other paths, explore job and business income, and debate risks from social platforms, inflation, and going all-in. They also reflect on what comes after selling a company, and why it helps to keep meaningful work and other options in view.
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Avoiding Inflation Anecdote
- Daniel joked about avoiding inflation by avoiding expensive categories like college and housing.
- He noted that having a fixed mortgage can insulate you from rising housing costs.
Parenting and Education Choices
- Arvid chooses not to set strict educational expectations for his kids.
- He prioritizes financial inheritance over costly private schooling for his children's education.
Lifelong Friendship Skills
- Friendships from school are valuable but not guaranteed to last.
- Building friendship skills throughout life is essential for long-term relationships.