Rebecca Herbst
Founder of Yield & Spread and an early retiree who reached financial independence at age 32; focuses on philanthropic pledges and effective giving strategies.
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Dec 10, 2025 • 1h 10min
She Retired at 32. Then Came Guilt—and a Moral Crossroads.
Rebecca Herbst, the founder of Yield & Spread, achieved financial independence at just 32. After her early retirement, she wrestled with guilt and a sense of duty toward philanthropy. They discuss her 'FI-lanthropy' pledge and why giving early is crucial. Rebecca also shares strategies for effective donations, such as donating appreciated stock and utilizing donor-advised funds. The conversation highlights balancing personal finance goals with impactful giving, encouraging a mindset shift on wealth and responsibility.
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Mar 18, 2024 • 1h 11min
483 | Effective Giving for the FI Community | Rebecca Herbst & Jack Lewars
Explore effective giving for the FI community with insights on building a giving framework, donor advised funds, and tax implications. Learn about the compound impact of donations and the benefits of giving incrementally. Discover how to balance global and local donations for maximum impact and the importance of creating a habit of effective giving. Guests Rebecca Herbst & Jack Lewars share actionable steps to improve lives through charitable donations while on the FI journey.
