Mindset

Practical thoughts and ideas for keeping your finances in rock-solid shape as we live through a period of higher inflation.

We discuss the huge overlaps between Minimalism and the pursuit of financial independence.  The benefits, the possible drawbacks, and how to put these lessons into practice in our everyday lives.

This week we answer some great questions sent in by listeners. We discuss starting a business, index prices, super, market crashes + more.

Most commentary implies that the future is bleak, and young people are screwed since there are so many factors working against us.  Is this true?  We unpack the arguments today and share our thoughts.

The personal habits and traits we discuss are key to building a happy and prosperous future. They help us reach our goals, but keep our lives balanced and healthy too!

We discuss different insurance options and discuss whether they’re worth having, strategies for reducing your insurance costs, other ways to protect yourself and more.

Dealing with common fears and anxiety around leaving work, awkward conversations about FIRE, managing debt in retirement and convincing yourself it’s safe to step into freedom.

We discuss some powerful savings strategies help you sharpen your finances while providing plenty of other life-enhancing benefits too!

We discuss transitioning from full time work to semi-retirement. Dealing with employers, managing your finances, and how Pat is approaching it as he plans his transition right now.

My advice on how to get yourself ready for early retirement, lessons and reflections from my own experience and what I would do differently.

We open up the mailbag and answer some of our favourite personal finance and investing questions that have been sent in by listeners. Enjoy!

Addressing some complaints and criticism of the FI movement and the idea of retiring early to do things other than full-time work, without a gigantic level of wealth.