Marriage Kids and Money: Personal Finance for Families How to Start Investing Simply When You’re Making Good Money
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Jan 7, 2026 Blake Edwards, a family investor from Georgia, achieved an impressive net worth of $865,000 by age 31. In this engaging discussion, he shares how intentional saving and living below their means helped his family thrive financially. Blake also dives into the importance of shared financial values with his wife and the pursuit of generational wealth, emphasizing that it's about more than just money. They started investing with Roth IRAs early, prioritized giving back, and believe in the power of consistent, calm investing amidst busy family life.
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Start With Purpose And A Simple Framework
- Decide the purpose for this money before picking accounts or investments to guide every decision.
- Use employer accounts, add a Roth IRA, pick broad index funds, automate contributions, and ignore market noise.
Take Full Advantage Of Employer Match
- Contribute at least enough to your 401k/403b to get the full employer match for an instant return.
- Use payroll deductions to automate investing and reduce the temptation to tinker.
Add A Roth IRA For Flexibility
- Open a Roth IRA at a low-cost broker like Vanguard, Fidelity, or Schwab to complement employer plans.
- Set up automatic monthly contributions and check income eligibility for Roth limits.
