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Welcome to EverydayFI, the show that explores the lives and stories of everyday people in the financial independence community. In this episode I had the amazing pleasure of chatting with my newfound friend Hayley, an economist and former Peace Corps volunteer. We talk about a LOT in this show, including:
Hayley’s journey of being a foster parent How her parents bought their southern California home in the 70s for $28,000 and it’s now worth over $1M Her decision to join the Peace Corps and the parallels between this and how many are called to the FI movement Her boring portfolio strategy and how perfect should never be the enemy of good My rant on capitalism (lol) How as an economist Hayley thinks about the disconnect between the economy being “good” but people feeling strapped for cash And her own idea about a finance podcast for teens and young adultsTune in for this incredibly rich episode.
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Episode webpage Child and Family Services, D.C. (CFSA) Peace Corps Ramit Sethi Suze Orman PBS: The Retirement Gamble The Bogleheads Mr. Money Mustache The Efficient Frontier Fidelity study on the best stock market performers Invisible Women: Exposing Data Bias in a World Designed for Men by Caroline Criado Perez Bookfinder.com Econome Conference ChooseFI podcast Earn & Invest podcast Bogleheads Conference The How of Happiness by Sonia Lyubomirsky Dr. Laurie SantosSupport the Show:
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Listen in for a bonus episode where host Meghan is interviewed on the Fire Inside Her podcast with Diane Schroeder!
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Tune in to Episode 81 of The Fire Inside Her as host Diane Schroeder and guest Meghan Combs tackle the nuances of the FIRE (Financial Independence Retire Early) movement. Meghan opens up about leaving her New York City job in art history for coding, navigating situational depression, and ultimately tripling her income. They discuss the importance of aligning expenses with personal values and how small financial decisions can lead to big changes. Meghan’s insights on balancing productivity with self-care and her love for travel bring a relatable touch to this financial journey. Perfect for anyone feeling overwhelmed or considering a career shift, this episode offers both emotional support and practical steps to achieve financial freedom.
Meghan Combs, at 37, has navigated an intriguing journey to financial independence. At about 25, while residing in New York City, she pursued a master's degree in art history and museum studies. Eager to establish herself in the bustling metropolis, Meghan aspired to work in one of the prestigious museums. However, the fiercely competitive field posed significant challenges due to the high number of graduates and limited job opportunities. Despite the hurdles, her experiences have shaped a compelling narrative of perseverance and ambition.
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I can’t believe it’s already been 6 months since I started the EverydayFI podcast! Time flies way too fast these days. Tune in to this week’s episode to hear all about my thoughts so far about the show, how things started and how they’re going, some behind the scenes material, what’s coming next, AND a request from you, the audience.
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Episode webpage ChooseFI podcast MYFICapsule EverydayFI Podcast page Ramit Sethi “Money for Couples” podcast Mr. Money Mustache “The Shockingly Simple Math Behind Early Retirement” Afford Anything with Paula Pant SoMoney podcast HerMoney podcast Fiverr Mark’s Money Mind showSupport the Show:
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Welcome to another episode of EverydayFI, the show that explores the lives and stories of people in the financial independence community. Today on the show I’ll be speaking with an anonymous guest, who will be known as “J”, and the big topic of our conversation is divorce. We dive deep into J’s money story and the parallels in how he rescued his mom financially and then his wife. We also talk about how a mismatched life vision between partners can upend even the most loving relationships. You’ll also find out what money conversations J thinks people should have when they start dating to avoid heartache in the future. We both agree that talking about hard things with your partner is the only way to foster a thriving relationship; otherwise it’s unfair to you and them to kick difficult topics under the rug. There’s a reason people say one of the best money decisions you can make is marrying the right person, so it’s safe to say the opposite is also true.
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Episode webpage Ramit Sethi “Money for Couples” podcast Ramit Sethi’s Money for Couples book ChooseFI CampFI Econome Conference Camp Mustache Catching Up to FI Afford Anything with Paula Pant Dad Chasing FI Budgets Are Sexy by J. MoneySupport the Show:
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Hey there and welcome to another episode of EverydayFI, the show that explores the lives of everyday people in the financial independence community. I’m your host Meghan Combs, and today I’m chatting with Lan, a newish follower of FI. In this episode we dive into Lan’s money story including her journey from teaching to tech and her experience growing up poor. We also dive into the concepts of having immigrant parents and how hard it is to escape the cycle of poverty. And we talk about Lan’s love of travel and learning other languages. Lan’s story is one you don’t want to miss, so tune in to hear more and make sure to subscribe to the show so you don’t miss other incredible conversations like this one.
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Episode webpage Catching Up to FI FI Freedom Retreats Money for Couples podcast by Ramit Sethi ChooseFI podcast BiggerPockets Money podcast Friends on Fire podcast Inside Out Money podcast The Two Sides of FI podcast Rich & Regular podcast Marks Money Mind show SoMoney podcast Money with Katie podcast HerMoney podcast MyFICapsule podcast Afford Anything podcast NPR Science Friday NPR Planet Money Serial podcast The Fioneers TEFL: Teaching English as a Foreign Language program The Simple Path to Wealth book by JL Collins Mile High FI podcast How To Money Libby library app Pantry Challenge Marie Kondo EverydayFI episode with Sean & Katie C.Support the Show:
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This was one of my favorite episodes to record to date because Devon is one of the most impressive people I’ve ever met. In his own words:
“[Devon is] a 22-year-old college student on the journey toward financial independence (FI). [He] discovered the liberating power of FI at 21 and saved $25,000 in [his] first year chasing FI. [He’s] passionate about spreading the ethos of financial independence, increasing financial literacy, sharing [his] experiences, and inspiring others to chase their “Freedom by the Day” while enjoying their individual journeys.”
In this episode we chat about how his parents instilled in him a sense of independence and autonomy, his experience in the military and educating others about financial independence, his goal of reaching $150k saved by the time he graduates, and so much much. Tune in to hear his story.
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Episode webpage ChooseFI episode with Go Curry Cracker (episode 18) ChooseFI episode with The Mad Fientist (episode 17) FIRE Commune (i.e. EAGLE Cohousing) Devon’s “Freedom By The Day” blog and his email: [email protected] 75 Hard and Devon’s “50 Days Hard-ish” blog post Noom weight loss program Devon’s episode on the ChooseFI podcast: “Visualizing Your Domino Effect”Support the Show:
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Dive into the heartwarming journey of Carl and Carla on EverydayFI’s latest podcast episode. Discover a candid conversation on how to talk about money with your family and partner, how Carla’s parents’ divorce and 2008 financial disaster influenced her philosophies as an adult, and how Carl hiked the PCT within the first two months of their marriage. You’ll learn a lot about their journey, like how Carla bought a house while only making $8.50/hour, what they think about moving in with a partner, and how to contend with the numerous options life holds for all of us. Tune it to hear Carl and Carla’s incredible story of love, partnership, and financial independence.
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Link to episode webpage Appalachian Trail Club Head Start Clark Howard Mr. Money Mustache blog Dave Ramsey’s baby steps ChooseFI podcastSupport the Show:
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Thank you for listening to another episode of EverydayFI, the show that explores the lives and stories of everyday people in the financial independence community. Today on the show I your host, Meghan Combs, chats with Yao, a remarkably adaptive young man who is finding his way to financial freedom through real estate investing. We explore Yao’s money origin story (which includes ultimate couponing, a side hustle he picked up in his adult life), his first discovery of FI and real estate investing, and why he thinks being a homeowner is actually more flexible than renting. Tune in to hear more!
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Episode webpage Frugal Fannies Secret Shopper Sniffspot Ramit Sethi “Money for Couples” podcast BiggerPockets “The Money Podcast” Turbotenant Innago Furnished Finder Rocket Money Monarch Money Projection Lab Projection Lab ChooseFI episode Yao’s Instagram: @yao.invests.rei Who, Not How by Dan Sullivan with Dr. Benjamin Hardy Clockwork by Mike Michalowicz Workforce Management software DISC Personality TestSupport the Show:
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Welcome to another episode of EverydayFI where I, your host Meghan Combs, get to explore the lives and stories of everyday people in the financial independence community. Today on the show I’m chatting with Keith, a former skydiver for 22 years who retired through his real estate investments and now spends most of his time traveling to see all his FI friends. If you’ve ever been to a CampFI you may recognize his voice from the numerous talks he’s given there. Tune in for Keith’s story!
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Episode webpage FI Freedom Retreats (including Bali) Econome Conference Camp Mustache EverydayFI episode with Christina G on full time travel FinTalks with Amberly Grant Your Money or Your Life book by Vicki Robin BiggerPockets Podcast Mr. Money Mustache blog CampFI Chautauqua Retreat (no longer happening) EverydayFI episode with Ryan B Atomic Habits by James Clear ChooseFI Podcast The Fun ScaleSupport the Show:
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Let me just say two words: Battle Bots. This episode with CJ is chock full of fun, tips and tricks, actionable steps to start a side hustle, deep discussions on having kids, and the ever present “one more year syndrome” that our community (and anyone wanting to retire) tends to slip into. Tune in for a fascinating dive into CJ’s financial independence journey.
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Episode webpage MRCA - Midwest Robot Combat Association Robot Smashing League CJ’s boardgame CJ’s Etsy store Fire Drill podcast Gold City Ventures - E-printables Course ChooseFI Retire Often, Jillian Johnsrud Design Your Extraordinary Life, by the Donegans 4 Hour Workweek, Tim Ferris I Will Teach You To Be Rich, Ramit Sethi Furnished Finder Paula Pant, Afford AnythingSupport the Show:
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Today’s episode follows the journey of Abhishek, an immigrant from India who fell in love with the United States and all the opportunity it provides for him, including financial independence. This episode is all about designing your extraordinary life around health, volunteering, meditation, and deciding deeply about what truly serves you. We also go into depth about how to become a stock picker, if that’s your jam (as long as the bulk of your portfolio is in broad based index funds of course). Tune in to hear Abhishek’s incredible story and what advice he gives to everyone about health and mindfulness.
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Episode webpage Coffee with Abhishek blog Mr. Money Mustache Eden Savers Program Dakshana Foundation Design Your Extraordinary Life course by the Donegans FIRE in Vegas - Design Your Extraordinary Life podcast episode on ChooseFI — you may hear a familiar voice ;-) Charity Navigator Charity Watch 10x Mindset episode on the All The Hacks podcast Die With Zero, Bill Perkins James Clear Atomic Habits book Inner Engineering Meditation Ramit Sethi, I Will Teach You To Be RichSupport the Show:
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Thanks for coming back to the EverydayFI podcast! Today on the show host Meghan will be chatting with Amanda about her financial independence journey. We talk about everything from burnout in the workplace (and how Amanda became a burnout coach from her experiences), to making crucial decisions about a long distance relationship. Tune in to hear this incredible conversation.
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Tune in to hear my conversation with Carolyn, a college professor who sees her divorce as a silver lining because it led her to the financial independence movement. In this episode we talk about how to become a professor, the challenges of divorce on your finances, sexism in the workplace, and Carolyn’s travel plans.
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Episode webpage Mr. Money Mustache “The Shockingly Simple Math Behind Early Retirement” Monarch Money Nomadic Matt Buy Nothing Groups CampFISupport the Show:
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Today on the show I get to interview my buddy Mitch, host of the MyFICapsule podcast. We talk about the happy middle between quitting your job for good and downgrading to a less stressful role that still brings in the cash. We also dive into his plans for a summer sabbatical roadtrip with his family, where he sports his ChooseFI t-shirt to make new FI friends. Plus why he wanted to start his own podcast. Tune in to hear about how the FI life can be lived in all different ways.
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Episode page MyFICapsule podcast (Apple) MyFICapsule podcast (Spotify) The Office (TV show) Office Space (movie) Bigger Pockets Tim Ferris Podcast —> the Mr. Money Mustache episode Tori Dunlap and Her First $100k Tori’s June 5, 2024 episode on ChooseFI Pat Flynn Good to Great: Why Some Companies Make the Leap...and Others Don't by James C. Collins and Jim Collins Early Retirement Extreme The Tail End on Wait But Why Die With Zero by Bill Perkins ChooseFI local groupsSupport the Show:
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Join me in this enlightening episode as I explore the unique journey of Sean and Katie, a married couple with a shared goal of achieving financial independence. Despite their love for their respective jobs, Sean and Katie are committed to creating a life of options for themselves and their daughter.
Episode Highlights:
Financial advisors will try to sell you anything by connecting with you on a personal level: don’t fall for it! Privilege is a huge factor in financial success. Values-based spending is the key to a rich life. Everything new you buy is a little piece of the Earth and should not only spark joy, but sustain it. Travel vs. focusing on a homestead and how to balance these two passions as a couple. Dive into their retirement strategies including real estate, investing, and the coveted 457 account. Why Priuses are the superior vehicle. Using FI as a way to make the world a better place.Episode Links:
Episode webpage Suze Orman Marketplace on NPR The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up: The Japanese Art of Decluttering and Organizing by Marie Kondō Your Money or Your Life by Vicki Robin The PATH Method PATH Exercise Playing With Fire documentary The Fioneers CoastFI calculator Top Environmentally Friendly Vehicles — American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy (ACEEE) How to make a Prius Plow YouTube videoSupport the Show:
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Welcome to the EverydayFI podcast! I’m your host Meghan and in this second episode with Christina we talk about how to take advantage of the FEIE tax exclusion and not be an illegal immigrant in a foreign country. Tune in!
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Episode webpage - leave a comment! FEIE Tax Exclusion on IRS.gov What is the FEIE? Christina’s website Christina’s Facebook page: A Suitcase and a Smile Christina’s tips YouTube video Christina’s LinktreeSupport the Show:
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Welcome to the EverydayFI podcast! I’m your host Meghan and today I'm thrilled to dive into the intriguing world of nomadic FI with Christina, a full-time traveler in her 40s who's living life on her own terms, country to country. Tune in to find out how Christina funds her adventures, manages her finances on the move, and what lessons she's learned along the way. Join me as I uncover the secrets to designing a life of freedom and financial stability, no matter where in the world you call home.
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Episode webpage ChooseFI Podcast ChooseFI Book Simple Path to Wealth by JL Collins Mr. Money Mustache I Will Teach You To Be Rich Podcast by Ramit Sethi Rotary International Penny Pinching Globetrotters Remote Year Wifi Tribe Workaway Christina’s website Christina’s Facebook page: A Suitcase and a Smile Christina’s tips YouTube video Christina’s Linktree -
In this episode, we delve into the inspiring story of Erin, a woman who has achieved financial independence. Erin, her husband, and their children have discovered the joys of living a financially mindful life without sacrificing fun and quality time with their family.
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Sometimes happy accidents can happen with your money, not just in Bob Ross paintings. There’s only so long you can do a high stress, high impact job before burnout takes hold. Burnout can be so bad that the only thing you can think about is getting away; you may not have the bandwidth to think about what you’re retiring to. And that’s okay. Quitting a job can make a significant improvement on yours and your family’s quality of life. There are so many seasons to life that a “typical” Tuesday doesn’t really exist pre or post FI. Sometimes one partner is the FI leader and the other is just along for the ride, but as long as you’re ultimately on the same page it’s not that big a deal. The FI path can be lumpy so it’s best to stay flexible and take life as it comes. “Kids don’t have to be expensive.” “FamilyFI” should be talked about more and added to the financial independence vernacular. Every person in a family unit is another variable to an every changing life. As a woman there is added pressure to stay in a high level, corporate position because you want to be a beacon for others. You want to show that there are women at the top. There are other ways to fill the representation and mentorship gaps left behind when quitting a high level corporate job, especially by giving back and being a leader in your own community.Tune in for an uplifting conversation about living life on your own terms, finding happiness in the little things, and creating lasting memories with loved ones—all while on the path to financial independence.
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Episode page Your Money or Your Life by Vicki Robin Retirement Answer Man, Roger Whitney The Mad Fientist ChooseFI hosted by Brad Barrett Catching Up to FI Colorado Springs local FI group BiggerPockets Money podcast BiggerPockets Money Facebook page Macaroni Kid Just Between Friends consignment sales for kids Rhea Lana’s children’s consignment event -
In this episode I join my buddy Mitch from the MyFICapsule podcast to discuss and relive the "Designing Your Extraordinary Life" event at the FIRE in Las Vegas mega meet up hosted by Alan & Katie Donegan, and Brad Barrett from ChooseFI.
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Episode PageThe MyFICapsule podcast
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In this episode, we delve into the inspiring story of Will, a recent college graduate armed with a degree in industrial engineering and a fierce determination to achieve financial independence. Join us as we explore Will's path towards financial freedom, where he shares his strategies, challenges, and triumphs.
With a clear goal in mind – to attain the freedom to pursue his passion projects and make choices without financial constraints – Will navigates the complexities of budgeting, saving, and investing. Along the way, he encounters hurdles common to many young professionals, from managing student loan debt to balancing career aspirations with personal goals.
Through hard work, perseverance, and a commitment to learning, Will unveils the blueprint for his financial independence journey. From side hustles to smart investment decisions, he shares practical tips and insights that empower listeners to take control of their financial futures.
Tune in as Will's story inspires and motivates, proving that with the right mindset and strategy, financial independence is within reach for anyone willing to embark on the journey. Whether you're a recent grad or seasoned professional, this episode offers invaluable lessons and encouragement for crafting a life of freedom and fulfillment.
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Episode PageNSBE: National Society of Black Engineers
The 4-Hour Workweek by Tim Ferris
DECA
Rich Habits podcast
BiggerPockets Money podcast
ChooseFI podcast
The House Hacking Strategy by Craig Curelop
The ToDoist App
SheeksFreak
Who Not How by Dan Sullivan with Dr. Benjamin Hardy
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