Teach your kids money skills while unlocking free family travel. Tim Walker joins Dominic DeLaquil to share how financial independence, travel hacking, and simple money conversations can transform your family’s future.

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In this episode of FI for Kids, Tim shares his journey from a challenging upbringing to becoming an expert in travel hacking—using rewards points and strategic credit card use to fund luxurious family trips for free. He and Dominic explore how financial independence empowers families to serve their communities, prioritize experiences over possessions, and raise kids who are confident with money.

You’ll learn how to:

·       Start early with money lessons that stick.

·       Maximize credit card rewards for travel savings.

·       Balance budgeting, credit responsibility, and fun.

·       Involve kids in real financial decisions.

·       Use travel hacking as a tool for memories, not just miles.

Whether you’re new to financial independence or looking to optimize your travel rewards, this conversation gives you practical strategies and inspiration to build wealth, teach your kids, and see the world together.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Financial Independence for Kids

02:28 Tim Walker's Background and Money Lessons

05:15 Parenting and Teaching Kids About Money

08:14 The Importance of Experiences Over Materialism

10:58 Transitioning to Travel Hacking

13:53 Pursuing Financial Independence

16:44 The Journey to Travel Hacking

18:51 Travel Hacking Basics and Strategies

26:51 Setting Travel Goals

28:13 Strategic Credit Card Sign-Ups

29:46 Maximizing Rewards and Points Value

32:16 Understanding Different Types of Points

34:25 Choosing the Right Credit Cards

35:55 Leveraging Business Cards for Travel

38:21 Advanced Travel Hacking Techniques

41:03 Simplifying Travel Hacking for Everyone

43:18 Involving Kids in Travel Hacking

47:09 Building Credit for Future Generations

48:56 Resources and Services for Travel Hacking

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