Mindy On Money

Listen to Mindy On Money for discussions about financial independence and early retirement. We talk about how to liberate yourself from The Man but more importantly, what happens after that. We'll be discussing our journey and also interviewing the best and brightest from the space.

May Mindy Mailbag!

In this episode, Mindy (and Carl) answer questions from the audience:What does it mean to live life to the fullest?Do you think that FI adherents have a better sense of living a full and rich life?How to create mini goals or milestones for something to work towards in the short term.How to evolve with money as you progress towards retirement.Mindy’s obsession with buckets.Links:Scholarship: https://mindyonmoney.com/scholarshipFacebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/mindyonmoneyThanks for listening!

05-29
33:07

Case Study: I Have $100,000 At Age 50. What Now?

Jennifer is 50 and has $100,000. Can she retire with $1,000,000? Is this even a realistic (or good) idea?Links:Amberly's new podcast: https://www.amberlygrant.com/podcastSocial Security will be OK: https://awealthofcommonsense.com/2024/05/is-social-security-going-bankrupt/Catching Up To FI: https://catchinguptofi.com/Thanks for listening!

05-22
14:29

What We Learned From The FIRE Community

We've learned so much from the FIRE community. And it goes way beyond the 4% Rule...Links:Tesla referral code: https://www.tesla.com/referral/carl68907JL Collins: https://www.jlcollinsnh.comCarl’s blog: https://www.1500days.comCarl’s podcast: https://www.milehighfi.comFee only, FI advisors: https://www.downshiftfinancial.comBudgets Are Sexy: https://www.budgetsaaresexy.comKolodij Tax: https://www.kolotax.com/Thanks for listening!

05-15
27:42

Do You Regret Retiring Early?

Someone recently asked Carl if he regretted retiring early. Mindy (and Carl) ponder the question on this week's episode.Links:Money Will Solve Money Problems: https://www.1500days.com/money-will-solve-money-problems/Ramit: https://mindyonmoney.com/s1/2Hoffman Process: https://www.hoffmaninstitute.org/the-process/Pool School: https://www.swimuniversity.com/pool-podcast/Hot Tubs 101 https://www.swimuniversity.com/hot-tub-podcast/Thanks for listening!

05-08
32:51

Does FIRE Need A Rebrand?

Mindy had an interesting conversation with a group of entrepreneur friends. None of them seemed to like the idea of FIRE. Or did they? What would you do if you had autonomy over your time?Does FIRE need a rebrand?Links:- Alex Felice: https://www.alexandria.capital/home- Mindy On Money: https://www.mindyonmoney.com- Mindy On Money facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/mindyonmoneyThanks for listening!

05-01
17:30

The Boring Middle

The Boring Middle is the time between when you discover FIRE and when you retire. Dreaming about your Future FIRE Life is fun, but you've got to enjoy the time in between too.Links:The Mad FIentist interview: https://mindyonmoney.com/s1/22BPCon Cancun!: https://biggerpockets.getregistered.net/conference-2024Thanks for listening!

04-24
30:09

Mad Fientist: Life, Money, And The Pursuit Of Happiness

Mindy (and Carl) talk to the FIRE legend, The Mad Fientist! They talk about their lengthy history, what they learned from Ramit, and the endless pursuit of happiness.Links:Mad FientistHappiness Through SubtractionSoulMad Fientist's albumMindy On Money Facebook groupThanks for listening!

04-17
01:10:54

Case Study: I'm About To Retire! Help!!

Mindy (and Carl) tackle their first case study. Alex is about to retire from a high-powered career. What's next?Mindy On Money ScholarshipStanford walking studyFinding what you're meant to do: Taking StockChoose FI Local GroupsLongmont Meetup groupCamp FICarl's blog: 1500 DaysMindy On Money Facebook groupThanks for listening!

04-10
54:55

FI Haters Gonna Hate!

Some people don't like FI events! Mindy (and Carl) talk about FI hate email.Mindy On Money ScholarshipAmberly's FI CruiseEconoMeChoose FI Local GroupsLongmont Meetup groupCamp FICarl's blog: 1500 DaysMindy On Money Facebook group

04-03
23:39

The Money Date

Mindy (and Carl) talk about why it's important to have a money date before having their own.  Along the way, Mindy invents a new word!LinksMoney Date on BiggerPockets Money (157)Appearing on Ramit's showBiggerPockets publishing: Lend to LiveHow we're selling off our stocks (1500 Days): An Index Fund In ReverseHelping the young on the road to financial independence: Sheeks FreaksMindy On Money scholarshipBuying a Tesla? Use our referral code for some perks!Thanks for listening!

03-27
41:10

Cody Berman: Financial Independence Before 30

Cody Berman isn't even 30 and is already financially independent. He hustled and lived hard including delivering food on a bike and sleeping in a car. Along the way, he found a partner willing to make the same sacrifices. But how much of a sacrifice is it when you can build a net worth approaching $2,000,000 at the age of 27?Cody's story is inspirational.LinksCody's siteGold City VenturesCody's podcastMindyOnMoney siteStuff we likeMindy On Money YouTube

03-20
45:19

J Money: Life After FI (With A Working Partner)

J. Money from Budgets Are Sexy talks about financial independence, unexpected sickness, and navigating early retirement with a working partner.LinksJ's ResumeBudgets Are SexyTwitter

03-13
35:31

Sixteen Unconventional Money Questions To Ask Your Partner

Mindy (and Carl) share 16 unconventional money questions to discuss with your partner. Carl also discusses farts. LinksDownload our list of questions to ask your partner: mindyonmoney.com/questionsScholarship: mindyonmoney.com/scholarshipJoin our facebook group: facebook.com/groups/mindyonmoneyThanks for listening! 

03-06
33:01

Financial Independence Sucks!

Mindy and Carl love Financial Independence. But some don't...On this podcast, Mindy and Carl discuss why some hate Financial Independence and why they're wrong.LinksMindy On MoneyOur favorite booksPhysician On FIREThanks for listening!

02-28
23:00

The Top 14 Reasons To FI!

Show notesMindy and Carl discuss the top reasons to pursue financial independence. Carl, Older Daughter, and Mindy lay out why you should pursue FI.LinksMindy On MoneyOur favorite booksOur favorite resourcesDon't sit too much!EconoMe (save 10% with coupon code MOM)Thanks for listening!

02-21
33:35

Bonus Episode: The Most Important Decision, Listener Takes!

In this episode, we hear from our audience about yesterday's episode, the most important decision. Featured:RakeshLauren: creator of cFIREsimTom: The Frugal Gay blog and InstagramBill: Host of the Catching up to FI podcastDoug: Niche Site Project and the lesser half of the Mile High FI podcast.Links:The Most Important Decision You'll Ever MakeOur favorite resourcesEconoMe (save 10% with coupon code MOM)Thanks for listening!

02-15
27:42

The Most Important Decision You'll Ever Make

Show NotesIs money what people really fight about?Mindy and Carls’ first dateMindy’s awful carQuestions to ask a potential partnerWhat happens when your money views diverge?Money dateWhopper, whopper, whopper, whopperLinksMindy On MoneyOur favorite resourcesEconoMe (save 10% with coupon code MOM)

02-14
40:40

Brad Barrett: Get Your FI On!

Show NotesBrad, Mindy and Carl go way backEarly Money MemoriesBrad’s lightning bolt money momentCarl LOVES FIRE. Why don't you?How to get others on board the FIRE trainLinksMindy On MoneyChoose FIRichmond SaversTravel Miles 101MMM: The Shockingly Simple MathEarly Retirement ExtremeFI Freedom RetreatsEconoMe

02-07
53:12

Diania Merriam And Mindset: From Scarcity To Abundance

Mindy (and Carl) talk to Diania Merriam about mindset, community, EconoMe, and much more!How fear mindset holds us backHow do we become less afraid?EconoMeCommunityStick around for the outtakes!LinksEconoMe (Enter MOM to save 10% off a ticket!)Books Diania recommendsCarl's EconoMe talkMindy On Money YouTube channelThanks for listening!

01-31
44:21

JL Collins: Stories From The FIRE Front

Mindy (and Carl) talk to JL Collins about financial independence and much more!Financial Independence in a war zonePathfindersHow The Simple Path to Wealth got its nameHow crock pots relate to financial independence Why Mindy and Carl work on cruise boatsIs money your servant or your master?The evolution of FIRE RIP ChautauquaLinksJL Collins siteBooks we likeYouTube channelThanks for listening!

01-24
40:52

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