Why is personal finance so complicated? The internet is flooded with personal finance “experts” sharing short-sighted, error-prone advice. But long-term financial success requires thoughtful, patient, and well-researched strategies. Hosted by Jesse Cramer, a former aerospace engineer turned fiduciary financial advisor in Rochester, NY, Personal Finance for Long-Term Investors simplifies complex financial topics. With relatable stories, in-depth research, and practical tips, Jesse helps you m ...
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With a special emphasis on finances we talk about things that create wealth in your life. It's like a dinner table conversation once a week.
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How would your life change if you reached Financial Independence and got to the point where working is optional? What actions can you take today to make that not just possible but probable. Jonathan & Brad explore the tactics that the FI community uses to reclaim decades of their lives. They discuss reducing expenses, crushing debt, tax optimization, building passive income streams through online businesses and real estate and how to travel the world for free. Every episode is packed with ac ...
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Want to achieve Financial Independence (FI) without missing out on life? FI Minded is the podcast for anyone seeking financial freedom, time freedom, and a work-optional lifestyle — all while enjoying the journey along the way. Whether you’re at the beginning of your FI journey or already deep into Coast FI or Slow FI, this show gives you practical strategies and insights to reach early retirement and design a life that aligns with your values, purpose, and fulfillment. Popular topics includ ...
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Military Money: Investing, spending, saving, financial freedom, and getting out of debt. Real world tactics and strategies for active duty, Guard and Reserve, military spouses, veterans, enlisted, and officers. The Military Money Manual Podcast is all about achieving financial independence while you serve in the US military. Spencer and Jamie, Air Force officers, share everything you need to know to achieve your financial goals while you serve in our Armed Forces. Learn about Military Credit ...
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The Mindful Millions podcast will help you to accelerate your financial goals without sacrificing your values. You have a choice in how you amplify your money. On this show Cristina Perez, certified financial planner & investment manager, empowers you with the knowledge that you need in order to make choices that impact the legacy of your money.
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Make better financial decisions and learn all about personal finance, investing, and entrepreneurship with Philipp Muedder, StashAway’s Head of Personal Finance. He’ll chat with thought leaders and experts on how to FIRE, investing in ETFs, the evolution of cryptocurrencies, and more! If you enjoy what you hear, subscribe, leave a review, and tell your friends. All of this really helps us make the show even better for you so that we can convince great guests to join us. Have feedback for us? ...
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Military to Civilian Transitions with Jesse Cramer, Personal Finance for Long-Term Investors #200
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46:04Spencer Reese, founder of the Military Money Manual, joins Jesse Kramer to discuss the unique financial landscape of military service and the critical transition to post-service life. Spencer separated from the US Air Force in 2022 after 12 years as a pilot and now helps military families reach financial independence through his book, podcast, cour…
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How to Find a Side Hustle You’ll Love (and Stick With) | E181 Nick Loper
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26:51Everyone talks about starting a side hustle, but few talk about how to pick the right one. The one that fits your skills, your lifestyle, and your FI goals. Nick Loper, host of The Side Hustle Show, joins me again to share smart ways to find a side hustle that actually fits your life, skills, and Financial Independence goals. We explore creative fr…
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Special Needs Children: How to Protect Their Future and Yours - E119
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40:22Jesse goes solo for a deep dive into the vital yet often overlooked world of special needs financial planning. He opens with a personal story about his daughter’s illness—an experience that deepened his empathy for parents whose caregiving journeys never pause—and uses it to frame the emotional and financial realities families face when raising a c…
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Dr Steve Hryszczuk is back on the podcast this week to talk about how he uses his Life Insurance policy cash values and Infinite Banking for real estate and his overall financial strategy. This is part 2 of the interview with Dr. Steve. If you haven't yet heard part 1 make sure you check out last weeks episode! Dr. Steve details how using Infinite …
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Always Come Back to the Why | Alan and Katie Donegan | Ep 569
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1:26:49Brad, Katie, and Alan Donegan discuss the significance of understanding the "why" behind pursuing financial independence (FI). They delve into their journey, emphasizing the importance of community, intentional spending, and lifestyle design. Listeners are encouraged to confront their fears of rejection when building friendships and to embrace vuln…
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If you have ever considered investing in real estate, this episode is for you. Dr Steve Hryszczuk has been converting small, often overlooked office buildings into lucrative assets that create strong recurring streams of income. In this episode, Dr Steve shares his proven business plan he has developed over the last 20yrs, for building a portfolio …
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Plan Epic Trips on Military Leave: Travel Mission Planning - Hotels, Flights, Rental Cars, Credit Cards, Points, Miles - #199
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31:56Travel Planning with Points & Miles Join Spencer Reese and Jamie as they dive deep into the tactical strategies for planning and booking travel using credit card points and miles. This comprehensive guide walks through the entire process from initial flight searches to hotel bookings, with a focus on maximizing value while avoiding common pitfalls.…
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The FiiRE Framework With Paula Pant | Ep 568
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1:23:56Paula Pant introduces her innovative FI-I-R-E framework, which encompasses Financial Psychology, Increasing Your Income, Investing, Real Estate, and Entrepreneurship. The discussion emphasizes the critical role of financial psychology in shaping one’s financial decisions and behaviors. Paula's approach aims to inspire excitement about personal fina…
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Government Shutdown 2025: 0% Loans from USAA, Navy Federal, Aid Societies | Military Pay, Emergency Funds, What To Do Now #198
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12:43Updates available on militarymoneymanual.com/shutdown Air Force Aid Society – Falcon Loans up to $1,500 and Standard Assistance, up to 24 months of repayment. Space Force also eligible. Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society – Quick Assist Loan and Financial Assistance available Army Emergency Relief – Normally assistance available same day but no later …
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Optimal Tax Strategies for Your Early Retirement | E180 Cody Garrett & Sean Mullaney
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49:51It might have been monsters under the bed, shadows in the corner, or creepy dementors from Harry Potter. We all had irrational fears growing up. Mine was creepy dolls. After watching a movie called Teacher’s Pet, I became so terrified of dolls that my dad had my sister box up hers and store them in the basement. I’ll be honest, I’m still not a huge…
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The Only Free Lunch in Investing (Maybe) | AMA #9 - E118
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End Military Money Stress - 3 Tasks to Improve Your Money Relationship #197
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36:15Spencer Reese and Jamie deliver a no-nonsense, tough-love episode for military families struggling with paycheck-to-paycheck living. This episode cuts through excuses and provides three immediate, actionable steps to regain control of your finances and stop the financial bleeding. If you're stressed about money, fighting with your spouse about fina…
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Are We Taking the Wrong Risks? With Chris Hutchins | Ep 567
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1:16:46Brad interviews Chris Hutchins, host of the podcast All The Hacks. They dive deep into challenging the traditional mindset of financial independence (FI), exploring the balance between saving for the future and enjoying life experiences in the present. The discussion revolves around the potential pitfalls of overly conservative financial strategies…
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Military Money Lessons That Civilians Can’t Afford to Miss | Spencer Reese - E117
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1:05:37Today, Jesse is joined by Spencer Reese—Air Force veteran, financial educator, and creator of the Military Money Manual—for a conversation about the surprising overlap between military transitions and civilian retirement. Together, they explore why the only constant in retirement is change, how life evolves through “go-go, slow-go, and no-go” phase…
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Charlie Kirk, Jim Cramer, Dave Ramsey IBC and Investing
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28:20From the Charlie Kirk memorial event, to listening in on one a Jim Cramer show, IBC and everything in between. Join us for our round the table discussion on all the above topics. 📄 INFINITE BANKING MADE SIMPLE | Get the free binder here: https://mcfieinsurance.com/infinite-banking-made-simple-binder/ Follow the Wealth Talks Podcast on: Instagram: h…
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Military Divorce - What You Need to Know and Do with David Smith #196
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43:22Think military divorce means automatically splitting everythign 50/50 and going to court? Wrong on both counts! Certified Divorce Financial Anaylst David Smith reveals what most military families get wrong and what it costs them! In today's episode, we'll discuss the complex financial and logistical aspects of military divorce, covering everything …
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Risk Based Guardrails for Drawdown | Ep 566
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1:25:11Brad welcomes Aubrey Williams, a financial advisor and member of the ChooseFI community. They discuss innovative strategies for financial independence (FI), focusing on flexible withdrawal rates, dynamic spending adjustments using historical analysis, and how adopting a more adaptable mindset can potentially lead to earlier FI. Timestamps & Discuss…
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Is Saving Too Much Holding You Back? | E179 Jesse Cramer
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55:59I’m in this strange in-between stage right now, somewhere between Coast FI and Full FI. And I often feel pulled back and forth between spender and saver, current me and future me, speeding up and slowing down. It’s a little exhausting, I have to admit. A few years ago, things felt simpler because I was in full accumulation mode. Most of my decision…
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Is Whole Life always better than buying term and investing the difference? Does buying term and investing the difference give you a better return on your money? What happens if you need to use some money from your investment along the way? Is any whole life insurance policy good for infinite banking? These are a few of the questions that come up an…
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Buy Now, Pay Later Traps for Military Families with Lacey Langford #195
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16:54Dont' fall for these traps! This "convenient" payment option could be sabotaging your financial future and even your security clearance! Military financial expert Lacey Langford returns to sound the alarm on what she calls "the new payday loan," Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) services. With over $170 billion in BNPL transactions this year and 91.5 milli…
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Tax Planning To and Through Early Retirement | Cody Garrett & Sean Mullaney | Ep 565
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1:06:30Brad Barrett hosts Cody Garrett and Sean Mullaney, co-authors of Tax Planning To and Through Early Retirement, exploring essential tax strategies for the FI community. They address misconceptions about retirement taxes, the drawdown process, and effective tax rates, emphasizing the importance of informed planning to navigate financial independence …
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Amex Platinum Military 2025 Update: $895 Annual Fee Waiver, Unlock $3,500+ in Annual Value + New Benefits #194
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28:03New benefits are available immediately as of 9/18/25!! Learn how to apply for the The Platinum Card® from American Express: https://militarymoneymanual.com/amex-platinum-military/ Learn more about American Express military annual fee waivers: https://militarymoneymanual.com/american-express-military/ Learn how to maximize your military credit card …
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Manage *Yourself* More Than Your Portfolio | Hanna Horvath - E116
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1:08:31Today, Jesse is joined by Hanna Horvath—Certified Financial Planner, managing editor at Bankrate, and author of the Your Brain on Money newsletter—for a deep dive into the psychology behind our financial decisions and why money is never just about numbers. Together, they explore how unconscious “money scripts” formed in childhood shape lifelong hab…
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Benefits of Infinite Banking and Whole Life Insurance
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23:50Many famous people throughout history and currently today, use whole life insurance as part of their financial strategy to generate and protect their wealth. Its benefits have been praised and used by some of the most successful people in America... so why do some people dislike it so much? Is it because of the the perceived lack of flexibility? Do…
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Find Your Military Financial Community | MilMoneyCon with Lacey Langford #193
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19:00"Rising tides lift all ships!" MilMoneyCon 2026 dates just released! May 26-28, 2026 in Savannah, GA. See https://milmoneycon.com/register/ The military finance community doesn't have to operate in silos. Through strategic networking and mentorship, veterans and military spouses can accelerate their finance careers while building a supportive ecosy…
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Financial Independence Basics with Jackie Cummings Koski | Ep 564
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1:09:45Jackie Cummings Koski returns to discuss the fundamental principles of financial independence (FI) and early retirement. The conversation emphasizes the importance of understanding FI—financial independence lets individuals no longer depend on a paycheck, offering options and freedom in life. Jackie shares insights on creating habits, starting smal…
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Why Buying Less Might Be the Next Step in Your FI Journey | E178 Ashlee Piper
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58:05I was reviewing my spending for the first half of 2025 and noticed something interesting: excluding routine bills, groceries, and experiences, I only bought 25 new things this year, totaling about $1,400. For six months, that felt pretty solid. But it also got me wondering… could I go even further? That curiosity came to a head when the nozzle on m…
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Albert Einstein famously said, "Imagination is more important than knowledge." This is because being able to be think outside the box allows you to move beyond what is known, and discover or create new things. Infinite Banking is an exercise in imagination. Infinite Banking allows you to use your money while it is still earning and growing. It allo…
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College Finances for Military Families | Kate Horrell's New Book #192
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29:43Is the wrong strategy for your GI Bill costing you over $100,000?! Today's guest is Kate Horrell, author of the new book "College Finances for Military Families," reveals why the "fair share" approach to education benefits might be the most expensive mistake military families make, GI Bill basics, and all the things to know about college for your m…
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Safe Withdrawal Rates, Drawdown Strategies, RMDs and 50 Year FI Timelines
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57:25ChooseFI unveils a new feature on the website that allows listeners to have their financial independence questions answered by experts. Featuring in-depth discussions with Karsten Jeske (Big Earn) and Fritz Gilbert, the episode explores the ramifications of potentially increasing the safe withdrawal rate and provides critical insights into retireme…
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Where Investors Go Wrong: Tax Traps, Math Mistakes, and Behavioral Biases - E115
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1:10:29Today, Jesse goes solo for a candid episode unpacking the most common mistakes and misconceptions he sees in personal finance, from the temptation to “rip off the bandaid” with Roth conversions to the behavioral traps of availability bias and flawed math around investment returns. He breaks down a real listener case study to show why paying million…
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Velocity banking is a strategy where you use a line of credit as your primary account and use lump sums to pay off a loan, usually a mortgage. The idea behind this is that using a line of credit will help you use your cash flow and extra money to cover your expenses but also go toward paying off your mortgage. Most often the velocity banking strate…
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Decoding Financial Planning Models with Jesse Cramer
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52:03In this episode of the Mindful Millions podcast, host Cristina Perez and Jesse Cramer delve into the intricacies of financial planning models. They discuss the differences between fee-only, fee-based, and hybrid advisors, emphasizing the importance of transparency and understanding how advisors are compensated. The conversation also explores the DI…
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Guard & Reserve: Financial Flexibility and Career Stability with Sam Lewis #191
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39:23Think your military career ends with active duty? Think again. Sam Lewis reveals how Guard and Reserve service can unlock financial freedom, career flexibility, and long-term stability...without sacrificing family life or future goals Guest: Sam Lewis, CFP®, ChFC®, MQFP Founder of SJL Financial | Delaware Air National Guard | Member of Military Fin…
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Navigating Financial Conflicts in Relationships | Ep 562
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1:00:27Brad and Ginger discuss the importance of asset flexibility, community building, and health savings accounts (HSAs). The conversation emphasizes maximizing contributions to HSAs while addressing financial conflicts that arise within relationships. Key Topics Discussed: Introduction and Community Building (00:00:00) Ginger shares her growing efforts…
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$140,000 and counting! Royalty Auto Service did something very nice
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14:43In this podcast episode, Tom, Michele and John talk about what Sherwood from Royalty Auto Service is doing for one of their customers. The customer got taken advantage of and paid way to much for a car that had problems, Royalty Auto didn't just fix her car, they helped raise money for her to use to buy a better car! Now they are taking her car sho…
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Mini-Retirements: Retire Often, Not Just Early | E177 Jillian Johnsrud
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49:08We’re all waiting for the day we hit financial independence. That’s when we’ll finally quit our jobs and have time to learn a new hobby, start that house project, take longer vacations, or prioritize our health. You probably have a list of things you’re saving for after FI—but what if you don’t want to wait another decade to start? Tomorrow isn’t g…
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Infinite Banking allows you to access your money while it grows. Unlike a 401k, IRA or other retirement accounts, with infinite banking you don't have to lock away your money until retirement age. You can use your money throughout your life, while its growing. This provides huge benefits and allows you to grow your money with investments outside of…
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Military Life Insurance with Jerry Quinn, Armed Forces Mutual (AAFMAA) #190
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49:25How much life insurance do military servicemembers need? What about military spouses? Is SGLI enough? In this episode, Spencer Reese and Jamie sit down with Jerry Quinn, a 40-year Army veteran and executive at Armed Forces Mutual (formerly AAFMAA - American Armed Forces Mutual Aid Association), to discuss everything military families need to know a…
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Mini-Retirements: Test Driving Financial Independence | Ep 561
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50:16Brad Barrett welcomes Jillian Johnsrud, author of Retire Often, as they delve into the transformative concept of mini retirements. Jillian shares her insights on how taking intentional breaks from work can enrich life experiences, enhance personal growth, and help individuals navigate transitions on their journey towards financial independence. Key…
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The Risks and Rewards of Quitting Your Career | Kelan Kline - E114
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1:03:56Today, Jesse is joined by Kelan Kline, co-founder of The Savvy Couple, who shares his entrepreneurial journey from working as a jail deputy to building a successful online personal finance brand, emphasizing the importance of leveraging scalable income streams to achieve financial freedom. Kelan explains how entrepreneurship allows for more growth …
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Real Estate Investing and Infinite Banking
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26:36Investing In Real Estate and Infinite Banking are complimentary financial strategies. Having access to equity from a life insurance policy gives you the advantage of private lending. Not having to qualify for a loan from a bank opens more real-estate opportunities and lets you move with speed and capability. We have taught infinite banking at many …
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Mini-Retirements and Sabbaticals for Military Veterans or Retirees with Justin Peters #189
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52:47Are Mini Retirements, Optionality, and Side Hustles Possible in the Military? From seven-month sabbaticals to turning a hobby into a thriving side business, Justin Peters from the FI Minded Podcast shares how dialing back work can supercharge your career, creativity, and financial freedom. Key Points & Topics Part-time work and mini sabbaticals Rec…
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Living Off the 4% Rule | Marla Taner | Ep 560
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1:00:21Marla Taner shares her journey of living off the 4% rule since her retirement in 2013. She discusses the financial strategies that have supported her abundant lifestyle, the emotional aspects of transitioning into retirement, and the importance of reassessing fixed costs. Marla's insights provide inspiration for those seeking financial independence…
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