Catching Up to FI

Krista Kim, a finance enthusiast with a knack for insightful case studies, and Ed Kim, who brings an immigrant perspective to financial planning, share their inspiring journey to financial independence. They discuss overcoming childhood hardships, the role of resilience in shaping their financial strategies, and their transition towards minimalism. The couple also emphasizes the importance of open conversations about financial struggles and the transformative power of community support, offering actionable advice for achieving stability and investment success.

Brian Page, a former award-winning teacher, now educates on financial literacy and relationships. He introduces the concept of 'money dates,' where couples engage in meaningful financial discussions, arguing that communication is key to successful partnerships. Page also highlights his innovative Marriage Toolkit, which offers practical strategies for managing finances in modern marriages, including navigating marriages in blended families and overcoming materialism. With real-life anecdotes and expert insights, he emphasizes financial transparency for a thriving relationship.

Join hosts Bill and Jackie as they delve into a profound conversation with Vicki Robin, co-author of 'Your Money or Your Life.' Vicki discusses the concept of 'enoughness' as a spiritual practice and the fulfillment curve, offering insights into how recognizing enough can lead to a more satisfying life. The dialogue covers financial independence, the impact of societal norms, aging, and the emotional aspects of letting go. Explore Vicki's unique perspective on how living simply and investing in community can transform our lives and the world around us. This episode is a rich tapestry of wisdom for anyone seeking a deeper understanding of life's true value. 🔗Connect with us  Buy CUtFI a coffee  Record a message for CUtFI   Thank you to our sponsors:  Abundo Wealth: Advice-Only Financial Planning for Everyone  DeleteMe: Your personal data is yours again Personal Finance Club: Use code CUTOFI to get $30 OFF any course or PFC investing course only Nectarine: Advice-Only Financial Advisors (Catching Up to FI will be compensated by Nectarine if you use our affiliate link, which creates an incentive and conflict of interest. We are not current clients or employees of Nectarine.)  Boston Institute of Finance Personal Growth Track: Enter code catchingup to get 5% off any “Personal Growth Track” course or package   Resources mentioned on the show: (As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.)   Website   Your Money or Your Life   Order Book- Your Money or Your Life   Coming of Age Substack   YouTube- What Could Possibly Go Right       Disclaimer: Our content is for general education and information purposes only. We are not providing financial, legal, or tax advice. Always do your own research or consult a professional before making important decisions.

Vicki Robin, co-author of 'Your Money or Your Life,' shares her journey toward financial independence and community resilience. She discusses aging with purpose, weaving herself into her local community on Whidbey Island. Vicki emphasizes the importance of spending life energy wisely and nurturing supportive networks. She also explores innovative housing solutions for middle-income professionals and reflects on the wisdom transfer from elders to younger generations, advocating for mindful consumption over materialism.

Kristy Shen and Bryce Leung, co-founders of the Millennial Revolution blog, share their inspiring journey to achieving Financial Independence (FI) by their early 30s. They challenge traditional housing norms and discuss their unique 'POT Score' method for evaluating education costs. Topics include the balance of parenting with financial freedom, the psychological impacts of a scarcity mindset, and their investment strategies for long-term wealth. The duo emphasizes choosing experiences over homeownership, advocating for a travel-centered lifestyle.

Subscribe and Watch on YouTube Meet Nadia and Nicole, the Wealth Twins! Raised by a single mother in New York City's toughest projects, these twin sisters overcame obstacles to graduate from Columbia University, work on Wall Street, and ultimately achieve early retirement. In this episode, they recount experiences from 9/11 and the 2008 financial crisis, discuss multifamily real estate and dividend investing strategies, and offer practical tips for late financial starters. Learn how they built the Wealth Twins platform to share their knowledge and drive towards financial independence. 🔗Connect with us  Buy CUtFI a coffee  Record a message for CUtFI Thank you to our sponsors: Personal Finance Club: Use code CUTOFI to get $30 OFF any course or PFC investing course only Measure Twice Money: $100 OFF "Create Your Own Financial Plan" Comprehensive Video Course Nectarine: Advice-Only Financial Advisors (Catching Up to FI will be compensated by Nectarine if you use our affiliate link, which creates an incentive and conflict of interest. We are not current clients or employees of Nectarine.) 🎙️SquadCast: The Cloud Recording Studio that Producers, Listeners, Guests, Creators, YouTubers Love & Trust  Boston Institute of Finance Personal Growth Track: Enter code catchingup to get 5% off any “Personal Growth Track” course or package Modern Husbands Marriage Toolkit: Empowers couples with evidence based ideas from 40+ of the nation’s leading experts in managing money and the home as a team.    Real Talk Finance: Create a solid foundation and take control of your future   Resources mentioned on the show: 🌐 Wealth Twins YouTube ⓕ Facebook Instagram FinLitUniversity Broke to Financially Independent Retire Early in Less Than 10 years What To Do When You Are Investing For Retirement Later In Life   Top 5 ETFs to Buy for High Dividends and Passive Income    What is Dividend Investing and How to Start (3 Easy Strategies)    How to Invest – 7 Mistakes Beginner Investors Make     A Guided Meditation for When the Stock Market Is Dropping     Time stamps:   00:00 Defying Expectations: From Guidance Counselor Doubts to Ivy League Success 00:40 Avoiding Financial Scams: Tips for Beginners   02:29 Introduction to Catching Up to FI: Meet the Hosts and Guests   03:24 The Wealth Twins: From Humble Beginnings to Financial Independence   05:39 Discovering Twin Identity: The Twins Festival Experience       09:17 Money Management: Different Approaches to Saving and Spending       12:40 The Influence of a Single Mom: Education and Financial Lessons       18:14 Navigating Tragedy: 9/11 and the Financial Crisis       31:50 Building Passive Income: Real Estate, Dividends, and Entrepreneurship       36:36 Budgeting for Business and Personal Finances       37:03 Investing Together: Sharing Knowledge and Strategies       37:57 Real Estate and Business Management Insights       40:07 Principles of Financial Independence       41:45 The Wealth Twins: Origin and Mission       46:17 Dividend Investing Explained       56:25 Common Investing Mistakes to Avoid       01:11:21 Final Tips and Encouragement for Late Starters       Disclaimer: We are not lawyers, financial advisors, accountants or tax experts. Please consult your own professional advisors before making any important decisions. Our content is for entertainment and education purposes only.

Subscribe and Watch on YouTube Joe Saul-Sehy of Stacking Benjamins joins the show to discuss financial planning, overcoming debt, and the importance of surrounding yourself with the right people. Joe shares his personal journey of financial mismanagement as a young financial planner, the principles behind the efficient frontier, and his thoughts on target date funds. Tune in to learn and laugh with Joe, Bill, and Jackie.  🔗Connect with us  Buy CUtFI a coffee  Record a message for CUtFI Thank you to our sponsors: Personal Finance Club: Use code CUTOFI to get $30 OFF any course or PFC investing course only Measure Twice Money: $100 OFF "Create Your Own Financial Plan" Comprehensive Video Course Nectarine: Advice-Only Financial Advisors (Catching Up to FI will be compensated by Nectarine if you use our affiliate link, which creates an incentive and conflict of interest. We are not current clients or employees of Nectarine.) 🎙️SquadCast: The Cloud Recording Studio that Producers, Listeners, Guests, Creators, YouTubers Love & Trust  Boston Institute of Finance Personal Growth Track: Enter code catchingup to get 5% off any “Personal Growth Track” course or package Modern Husbands Marriage Toolkit: Empowers couples with evidence based ideas from 40+ of the nation’s leading experts in managing money and the home as a team.      Real Talk Finance: Create a solid foundation and take control of your future      DeleteMe: Your personal data is yours again     Resources mentioned on the show: (As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.)   👕 Stacking Benjamins T-shirts!: HTTP://stackingbenjamins.com/shirts 📕 STACKED: Your Super Serious Guide to Modern Money Management 👉🏻 https://amzn.to/3YlJAXB 🌐 Stacking Benjamins Benefits Guide ChooseFI EconoMe Frank Vasquez The Shockingly Simple Math Behind Early Retirement CampFI The Simple Path to Wealth by JL Collins Of Dollars and Data Paul Merriman Efficient Frontier Dr. Harry Markowitz  The Retirement Answer Man Rule of 72 Timestamps: 00:00 Living Two Lies: The Money Myth 00:29 The Fear of Making Mistakes 02:03 Welcome to Catching Up to FI 03:35 Introducing Joe Saul-Sehy 04:49 Ohio vs. Michigan: A Friendly Rivalry 09:38 Board Games and Life Lessons 14:04 Joe's Late Starter Story 23:53 Financial Planning Mistakes 32:37 Trivia Time: Swiss Cheese Production 33:26 Cheese and Roadside Attractions Trivia 35:22 Explaining the Efficient Frontier 37:11 The Simple Path to Wealth vs. The Optimal Path 42:22 Modern Portfolio Theory and Efficient Frontier 49:41 Listener Questions: Alternative Paths to Wealth 58:16 Target Date Funds: Pros and Cons 01:05:12 What's Next for Stacking Benjamins? 01:09:33 Final Thoughts and Farewell   Disclaimer: We are not lawyers, financial advisors, accountants or tax experts. Please consult your own professional advisors before making any important decisions. Our content is for entertainment and education purposes only.

Subscribe and Watch on YouTube Bill and Jackie sit down with 'Jay,' an anonymous guest who shares his incredible journey from a military and police background to achieving financial independence by the age of 39. Jay discusses his experiences on the SWAT team and as an undercover detective, and the mental health challenges that came with his career. He also talks about his blog, Escaping Avalon, and provides a deep dive into mental health strategies, therapy, and self-care. Whether you're a late starter on the path to FI or someone looking to improve your mental well-being, Jay offers invaluable insights and resources that can benefit everyone. Don't miss this compelling and informative conversation.  🔗Connect with us  Buy CUtFI a coffee  Record a message for CUtFI Thank you to our sponsors: Personal Finance Club: Use code CUTOFI to get $30 OFF any course or PFC investing course only Measure Twice Money: $100 OFF "Create Your Own Financial Plan" Comprehensive Video Course Nectarine: Advice-Only Financial Advisors (Catching Up to FI will be compensated by Nectarine if you use our affiliate link, which creates an incentive and conflict of interest. We are not current clients or employees of Nectarine.) 🎙️SquadCast: The Cloud Recording Studio that Producers, Listeners, Guests, Creators, YouTubers Love & Trust   Boston Institute of Finance Personal Growth Track: Enter code catchingup to get 5% off any “Personal Growth Track” course or package Modern Husbands Marriage Toolkit: Empowers couples with evidence based ideas from 40+ of the nation’s leading experts in managing money and the home as a team.    Real Talk Finance: Create a solid foundation and take control of your future    DeleteMe: Your personal data is yours again   Resources mentioned on the show: (As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.) Escaping Avalon  “Mental Health and FI” Talk Mental Health Resource Guide Mental Health Landing Page and PTSD Info Pathfinders: Extraordinary Stories of People Like You on the Quest for Financial Independence--And How to Join Them by JL Collins Total Money Makeover: A Proven Plan for Financial Fitness by Dave Ramsey Mr. Money Mustache Your Money or Your Life: 9 Steps to Transforming Your Relationship with Money and Achieving Financial Independence by Vicki Robin and Joe Dominguez Sebastian Junger Jillian Johnsrud Diania Merriam Outlive: The Science and Art of Longevity by Peter Attia and Bill Gifford Andrew Huberman 00:00 Discovering the Joy of Simple Pleasures 02:31 Introducing Jay: A Journey to Financial Independence 03:31 Jay's Path to FI: From Military to Police Force 05:46 The Turning Point: Finding FI and Mr. Money Mustache 09:16 Strategies for Financial Independence 15:49 The Mental Health Impact of High-Stress Jobs 23:25 The Importance of Mental Health in the FI Journey 29:44 The Brain-Body Connection Analogy 31:29 Understanding Talk Therapy 32:45 Personal Journey with PTSD 33:14 The Turning Point: Clutch's Intervention 35:06 Compounding Trauma and Financial Independence 36:32 Proactive Mental Health Strategies 47:08 Mental Health Resources and Self-Care 54:34 Therapy and Financial Independence 58:52 Final Thoughts and Encouragement Disclaimer: We are not lawyers, financial advisors, accountants or tax experts. Please consult your own professional advisors before making any important decisions. Our content is for entertainment and education purposes only.

Meet David and Stephen Baughier, twin brothers and prominent figures in the Financial Independence community. David, a 20-year Navy veteran and founder of Fiology, and Stephen, creator of CampFI, share their financial journeys from early money lessons to becoming community leaders. David, Stephen, Bill, and Jackie discuss the impact of life events, such as divorce, on financial independence, and the importance of prenups, managing single parenthood, and balancing passion projects. Tune in for insights on creating supportive communities, innovative cohousing projects, and the significant role of mindset in achieving financial goals. 🔗Connect with us  Buy CUtFI a coffee  Record a message for CUtFI Thank you to our sponsors: Personal Finance Club: Use code CUTOFI to get $30 OFF any course or PFC investing course only Measure Twice Money: $100 OFF "Create Your Own Financial Plan" Comprehensive Video Course Nectarine: Advice-Only Financial Advisors (Catching Up to FI will be compensated by Nectarine if you use our affiliate link, which creates an incentive and conflict of interest. We are not current clients or employees of Nectarine.) 🎙️SquadCast: The Cloud Recording Studio that Producers, Listeners, Guests, Creators, YouTubers Love & Trust   Boston Institute of Finance Personal Growth Track: Enter code catchingup to get 5% off any “Personal Growth Track” course or package Modern Husbands Marriage Toolkit: Empowers couples with evidence based ideas from 40+ of the nation’s leading experts in managing money and the home as a team.   Real Talk Finance: Create a solid foundation and take control of your future   DeleteMe: Your personal data is yours again   Resources mentioned on the show: (As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.)   📗 The Fiology Workbook: Your Guide to Financial Independence CampFI EAGLE Cohousing  FIology Forget About Money Podcast Thrift Savings Plan The Shockingly Simple Math Behind Early Retirement ChooseFI Blue Zones The Cohousing Association of America Jacob Lund Fisker Can Prenups Really Save Your Marriage | Aaron Thomas | 081 00:00 Childhood Money Memories  00:37 The Impact of CampFI 02:17 Introduction to the Baughier Twins 03:39 David and Stephen's Financial Journeys 11:58 Military Service and Financial Lessons 16:59 Stephen's Path to Financial Independence 23:56 The Birth of CampFI 37:37 Life-Changing Impact of CampFI 38:45 What to Expect at CampFI 42:35 Breakout Sessions and Attendee-Led Discussions 45:39 Evolution of CampFI Topics 50:08 Introduction to Fiology 54:46 The Forget About Money Podcast 56:54 EAGLE: The Future of FI Cohousing 01:08:09 Single Player FI: Navigating Financial Independence Solo 01:16:19 Final Thoughts and Tips for Late Starters Disclaimer: We are not lawyers, financial advisors, accountants or tax experts. Please consult your own professional advisors before making any important decisions. Our content is for entertainment and education purposes only.

In this conversation, Brian Feroldi, a financial educator and YouTuber, shares his extensive knowledge about the stock market's long-term trends. He explains why the S&P 500 tends to rise over time and introduces the Rule of 72 for estimating investment growth. The discussion covers strategies like dollar-cost averaging versus lump-sum investing, and the importance of understanding taxes on dividend stocks. Listeners will learn about the surprising origins of the 401k and the critical role of compounding in wealth building.