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  • Carl chats with Doug and his wife Elizabeth who recently left her career and retired early. Elizabeth discusses her introduction to Financial Independence and some of the skepticism she initially had while also walking through some of the specifics about actually leaving her job (making the decision, having a solid financial plan in place, and describing her last day at work). She goes on to share insights on adjusting to retirement, staying mentally active, societal perceptions of retiring early, the importance of finding joy outside work, and the importance of having a purpose post-retirement.

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    Links

    Mr. Money MustacheBogleheads forumTim Ferriss podcast, “Mr. Money Mustache — Living Beautifully on $25-27K Per Year (#221)”BiggerPockets Money podcast, Episode 153 with Bill BengenCampFIEconoMe ConferenceMile High FI Facebook GroupDoug’s siteCarl’s blog: 1500 Days

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    0:00 Introduction

    1:58 Discovering FIRE

    7:48 Good financial habits, tools, & practices

    13:19 FIRE skepticism

    18:49 Overcoming uncertainty & leaving work

    23:34 Debate on the 4% rule

    29:41 Working again after retirement

    36:23 Pulling the trigger to actually quit

    43:51 Single point of success

    49:44 Last day of work & what happens next

    54:48 Retirement worries

    1:00:38 Telling friends & family about retirement

    1:08:48 FI events & the perfect day

    1:16:27 Soundcheck – Envelopes

  • Recorded in the hotel lobby on the last day of the EconoMe conference, Doug and Carl reflect on some of the presentations and conversations they had over the weekend while also providing their own insights & observations. They discuss various topics including: the evolution of the FIRE movement from its initial focus on accumulating wealth to its current emphasis on mental health and personal development, happiness, post-FI life challenges, and strategies for dealing with anxiety and negative thoughts.

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    Links

    “Mindy On Money” podcastDoug’s Podcast AcceleratorDoug’s SEO & Marketing Podcast, “Ranking Revolution”EconoMe ConferenceJL CollinsKatie & Alan DoneganJD Roth/foldedspaceMeteorologist KristenAmberly GrantMark TrautmanMile High FI Facebook GroupDoug’s siteCarl’s blog: 1500 Days

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    0:00 Introduction

    1:52 Stress & anxiety

    8:53 Removing the mask in retirement

    12:11 Thoughts on post-retirement life

    17:41 One-more-year syndrome

    25:27 Happiness & confronting personal issues

    29:09 Evolution of FI

    34:47 Carl’s 3 tips (plus a bonus)

    39:46 Podcast projects beyond MHFI

    47:11 Soundcheck – Feeling tired

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  • Doug and Carl chat with Bob Haines who is a well-known figure in the FI community due to his frequent attendance of various FI-related events such as FinCon, EconoMe, Chautauqua, and CampFI. Bob recounts his financial journey from initially finding FI through the Tim Ferriss podcast, to discovering that he was accidentally FI already, to transitioning fully into the world of early retirement almost five years ago. Bob also discusses the changes he’s seen in the FI community over the years and the power of FI events.

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    Links

    Connect with Bob:InstagramFacebookEconoMe ConferenceCampFIFI ChautauquaTim Ferriss podcast, “Mr. Money Mustache — Living Beautifully on $25-27K Per Year (#221)”Pete Adeney/Mr. Money MustacheMr. Money Mustache, “The Shockingly Simple Math Behind Early Retirement”JL Collins, “Simple Path to Wealth”KindleHardcoverPaperbackAudiobookJL CollinsChad CarsonGwen Merz/Fiery MillennialsFinConAmberly Grant/FinTalks CruiseAmy Minkley/FI Freedom RetreatsFioneers/Slow FI RetreatKevin Ha, “How an Ebike Can Be the Best Investment You Ever Make”Kevin Ha/Financial PantherChooseFI Local GroupsJoel & Matt/How To MoneyEarly Retirement ExtremeBill Perkins, “Die With Zero”KindleHardcoverPaperbackAudiobookCoastal Volunteers in Medicine
  • Recorded in the hotel lobby from the EconoMe conference in Cincinnati, Doug and Carl catch-up on various topics including: a recap of their recent visit to the Culdesac community in Arizona, thoughts on e-bikes & electric vehicles, Doug’s battle with pink eye, updates to their fitness routines, and Carl’s unfortunate Facebook incident. Doug also shares an exciting announcement about his wife’s upcoming retirement, providing insights into her journey from skepticism to embracing financial independence.

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    Links

    EconoMe ConferencePete Adeney/Mr. Money MustacheMr. Money Mustache & Culdesac on MHFI episode 207CuldesacBrad Barrett/ChooseFI ChooseFI podcast, “Update: Healthiest Year Ever | Dean Turner | Ep 480”UC San Diego Health, “Advent of Electric Cars Is Already Improving Health”Lex Fridman, “417 – Kimbal Musk: The Art of Cooking, Tesla, SpaceX, Zip2, and Family”Diania Merriam on MHFI Episode 199Mile High FI Facebook GroupDoug’s siteCarl’s blog: 1500 Days

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    0:00 Introduction

    4:41 Impressions of Culdesac

    10:29 Thoughts on e-bikes & robot cars

    17:29 Doug’s courageous battle with pink eye

    22:51 Carl’s new fitness routine

    31:20 The Facebook incident

    38:59 Elizabeth’s retirement: From Skepticism to FIRE

    45:49 Carl’s haircut

    49:41 Soundcheck – EconoMe opening party

  • Doug and Carl (along with special guest co-host Georgie the dog) explore the concept of stealth wealth. Each provides their personal money story & how much work it took to arrive at their current position, the pros & cons of sharing one’s financial status with others, and how this knowledge impacts social interactions & relationships. They also discuss giving and helping others responsibly, using wealth to support people in meaningful ways rather than in response to direct requests for money.

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    Links

    CampFIMr. Money MustacheFinConEconoMe Conference“Mindy On Money” podcastDan Sheeks/Sheeks FreaksMile High FI Facebook GroupDoug’s siteCarl’s blog: 1500 Days

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    0:00 Introduction

    3:29 Carl’s money story: From anonymity to viral fame

    7:28 Doug’s money story: Staying modest & hustling hard

    13:27 Sharing your financial status

    19:51 FI evangelism

    29:42 Impact of wealth on social interactions & relationships

    34:04 Navigating the corporate world

    43:24 Generosity & giving back

    50:07 Soundcheck – Apple hat

  • Doug and Carl visit Culdesac, a unique car-free rental apartment community in Tempe, AZ that redefines the typical American neighborhood by focusing on sustainability, communal living spaces, and alternative transportation options. The guys are joined by members of the FI community (including Pete Adeney (Mr. Money Mustache), Paula Pant, Brad Barrett, and Chad Carson) to discuss Culdesac with co-founder and CEO Ryan Johnson. The group explores Culdesac’s aims, design, how it represents a potential model for future urban planning, and concludes with a discussion on the importance & challenges of creating walkable, car-free communities. Pete also shares his personal experience living in this community to include the impact of car-free living on personal finance, happiness, and building community.

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    Links

    CuldesacConnect with Culdesac:Twitter/XInstagramFacebookLinkedInTikTokPete Adeney/Mr. Money MustacheChad CarsonChad Carson, “The Small and Mighty Real Estate Investor”KindlePaperbackAudiobookBrad Barrett/ChooseFIPaula Pant/Afford AnythingJD Roth/foldedspace“The Strong Towns” PodcastMile High FI Facebook GroupDoug’s siteCarl’s blog: 1500 Days

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  • In a follow-up to MHFI Episode 187 (Fitness Madness), Doug and Carl provide an update on how they’re progressing with their original fitness goals, discuss challenges they’ve faced along the way, provide dieting & workout tips, and discuss future plans. Carl speaks candidly about Attachment Disorder and the importance of mental health. Also, don’t miss out on new sponsor oFartsic by pVisor.

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    Doug & Carl will be attending the EconoMe Conference in Cincinnati, OH on March 15-17, 2024. For those interested in attending, use the coupon code MILEHIGHFI at checkout to save 10%. https://economeconference.com/

    Do you want lots of good stuff from Carl or really want that pickled asparagus? If so, come over and support us at Buy Me A Coffee.

    Links

    “Fitness Madness”, MHFI Episode 187Tim Ferriss“Mind Pump” podcastChris “The Indiana Jones of FI” on MHFI Episode 020Alan DoneganDiania Merriam & the Hoffman Process on MHFI Episode 199Hoffman Process“Dragon” Justin David Carl on MHFI Episode 204EconoMe ConferenceBrad Barrett/ChooseFIPete Adeney/Mr. Money MustacheMile High FI Facebook GroupDoug’s siteCarl’s blog: 1500 Days

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    **Disclaimer: The podcast is for informational purposes. Maybe entertainment but we won’t even make such a claim. You shouldn’t take the info as financial, legal, or tax advice. We aren’t certified financial planners or advisors. We’re not qualified for much. So get advice from professionals.**

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    1500 Days, Carl’s Blog about Early Retirement

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    0:00 Introduction

    3:56 Recapping fitness goals & progress report

    11:23 Reverse dieting

    16:20 Fitness challenges

    21:31 Protein tips

    28:08 Importance of mental health

    37:59 Future fitness goals

    43:05 Weight loss vs. strength training

    47:40 Workout injuri

  • Doug and Carl catch up on a potpourri of topics including recent purchases, frugal hacks, investments, optimization, skepticism, and recent books & TV shows each have been consuming. They discuss over-optimizing & reevaluating perceptions in the areas of health & fitness and try to provide a balance by incorporating de-optimization. Carl also introduces a new investment strategy called the “reverse index fund” or “Hot Carl”.

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    Doug & Carl will be attending the EconoMe Conference in Cincinnati, OH on March 15-17, 2024. For those interested in attending, use the coupon code MILEHIGHFI at checkout to save 10%. https://economeconference.com/

    Links

    EconoMe ConferenceThe Peter Attia Drive PodcastHuberman LabHuberman Lab supplementsTim Ferriss podcast, “Peter Attia, M.D. — Fasting, Metformin, Athletic Performance, and More (#398)”Goal Guys, “I Tried the Anti-Aging Diet for 90 Days”Tim Ferriss 4-hour books“The 4-Hour Workweek”KindleHardcoverPaperbackAudiobook“The 4-Hour Body”KindleHardcoverPaperbackAudiobook“The 4-Hour Chef”HardcoverSpiral-BoundCampFIJT on MHFI episode 110Oliver Burkeman, “Four Thousand Weeks”KindleHardcoverPaperbackAudiobookMichael Easter, “The Comfort Crisis”Kindle
  • Doug and Carl chat with Justin David Carl, a fitness, money, and life coach also known as Dragon. Justin shares his journey from being heavily in debt and out of shape to becoming financially independent and physically fit. He discusses the dramatic career changes he made, his discovery of the financial independence movement, and how coaching & accountability played a crucial role in his success. Additionally, Justin explains his coaching philosophy, ‘Fit Rich Life’, and the importance of setting clear goals, tracking progress, and surrounding oneself with people who share similar aspirations.

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    Contact Justin:InstagramThreadsTwitter/XLinkedInFit Rich Life:Website & podcastNewsletterCoachingFree savings trackerFree 4-day workoutTim Ferriss podcast, “Mr. Money Mustache — Living Beautifully on $25-27K Per Year (#221)”Mr. Money Mustache, “The Shockingly Simple Math Behind Early Retirement”Tim Ferriss, “The 4-Hour Workweek”KindleHardcoverPaperbackAudiobookTony Robbins “Awaken the Giant Within”KindleHardcoverPaperbackAudiobookWithings ScalesJL Collins, “The Simple Path to Wealth”KindleHardcoverPaperback
  • Doug and Carl delve into the differences between being “rich” and being “wealthy”, discussing their own journeys to financial independence and the pivotal moments when they each felt rich and then wealthy. They reflect on pieces of financial advice, how to feel wealthy, reclaiming an abundance mindset from scarcity, and the importance of evaluating personal happiness. Both also share anecdotes about their life experiences, underscoring the inherent value in simplicity and their changing perceptions on spending as their net worth increased.

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    Links

    Morgan Housel podcastBooks by Morgan Housel“The Psychology of Money”KindleHardcoverPaperbackAudiobook“Same as Ever”KindleHardcoverPaperbackAudiobookEconoMe ConferenceEmpower (formerly Personal Capital)Pete Adeney/Mr. Money MustacheJL Collins BlogDiania Merriam on MHFI Episode 199CampFIMile High FI Facebook GroupDoug’s siteCarl’s blog: 1500 Days

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  • Doug and Carl chat with Kim Ehardt, a firefighter from Austin, Texas, who unknowingly achieved Barista FI through careful savings and an unconventional career path. Despite her financial status and ability to leave her current profession, Kim articulates a desire to shift focus from financial security alone to personal fulfillment, purpose, and happiness. Kim’s future plans include life coaching to help others achieve their goals and potentially even starting her own podcast.

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    Doug & Carl will be attending the EconoMe Conference in Cincinnati, OH on March 15-17, 2024. For those interested in attending, use the coupon code MILEHIGHFI at checkout to save 10%. https://economeconference.com/

    Links

    Kim’s websiteAfford Anything Podcast, “#139: How I Save Half of My Income as a Firefighter, While Living in an Expensive City — with Kim E.”EconoMe ConferenceMatthew Walker, “Why We Sleep”KindleHardcoverPaperbackAudiobookJoe Dominguez, “Transforming Your Relationship With Money”PaperbackAudiobookAudio CDMile High FI Facebook GroupDoug’s siteCarl’s blog: 1500 Days

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    0:00 Introduction

    6:52 BaristaFI & finding FIRE

    11:14 Financial peace

    16:58 Firefighting & the pursuit of FI

    26:16 The drive to succeed

    34:09 Defining success

    42:25 Challenges to FIRE ideology

    49:07 Finding purpose through coaching

  • Doug and Carl chat with JL Collins about the evolution of the FIRE movement, lifestyle inflation, "enough", & envy as well as how diverse the FI community is (not exclusive to any particular income level or lifestyle). JL introduces his recent book, "Pathfinders", which collects stories that demystify the process of achieving financial independence and highlights the different paths that people have taken, echoing the themes of intentional living and spending.Have you already found your "enough"? If so, then you're welcome to share anything above & beyond with us over at Buy Me A Coffee.

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    Links JL Collins Blog JL Collins Stock Series Books by JL Collins: "Pathfinders" Kindle Hardcover Audiobook "The Simple Path to Wealth" Kindle Hardcover Paperback Audiobook "How I Lost Money in Real Estate Before It Was Fashionable" Kindle Hardcover Paperback John Maynard Keynes, "The 15-Hour Week" Morgan Housel, "Same as Ever" Kindle Hardcover Paperback Audiobook Early Retirement Extreme Mr. Money Mustache FI Chautauqua EconoMe Conference Mile High FI Facebook Group Doug’s site Carl’s blog: 1500 Days--Join the Mile High FI Club – It’s our email list!Get MHFi Merch – It helps support the show. Get t-shirts & more**Disclaimer: The podcast is for informational purposes. Maybe entertainment but we won't even make such a claim. You shouldn't take the info as financial, legal, or tax advice
  • Doug and Carl celebrate the 200th episode of the Mile High FI podcast, reminiscing about the past while discussing future plans. Topics include: what they've learned, what they enjoy about podcasting, the many challenges they've faced, and goals & plans for 2024 and the next 100 episodes. Carl also discusses his new podcast with Mindy.Come celebrate 200 episodes with us over at Buy Me A Coffee.

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    Doug & Carl will be attending the EconoMe Conference in Cincinnati, OH on March 15-17, 2024. For those interested in attending, use the coupon code MILEHIGHFI at checkout to save 10%. https://economeconference.com/

    Links “Mindy On Money” podcast Connect with Mindy Jensen: Email BiggerPockets Twitter/X EconoMe Conference Carl’s YouTube channel James Clear Derek Sivers Mark Manson Morgan Housel Morgan Housel on the Tim Ferriss podcast: “Morgan Housel — The Psychology of Money, Picking the Right Game, and the $6 Million Janitor (#576)” “Morgan Housel — Contrarian Money and Writing Advice, Three Simple Goals to Guide Your Life, Journaling Prompts, Choosing the Right Game to Play, Must-Read Books, and More (#702)” Pete Adeney/Mr. Money Mustache Descript (AI-Powered Video Editor) Mile High FI Facebook Group Doug’s site Carl’s blog: 1500 Days--Join the Mile High FI Club – It’s our email list!Get MHFi Merch – It helps support the show. Get t-shirts & more**Disclaimer: The podcast is for informational purposes. Maybe entertainment but we won't even make such a claim. You shouldn't take the info as financial, legal, or tax advice. We aren't certified financial planners or advisors. We're not qualified for much. So get advice from professionals.**Brought To You By:The Doug Show, aka Affiliate Marketing & Side Hustles1500 Days, Carl's Blog about Early RetirementEmail us here: [email protected] or [email protected]:00 Introduction3:18 Mindy On Money5:58 What we’ve learned13:25 What we like about podcasting16:32 Future guest wishlist23:03 Wha
  • Doug and Carl chat with Diania Merriam about big events in her life in 2024 (a wedding & the EconoMe conference), struggles with scarcity mindset/shifting to an abundance mindset, and how these mindsets have influenced her approach to wedding planning. Along the way she discusses her transformative experience at the Hoffman Process retreat, especially as it relates to spending. Diania also provides a preview of EconoMe, an overview of the conference goals, and highlights the importance of community on the path to financial independence.Not planning to attend EconoMe? You can still hang out with us virtually by heading over to Buy Me A Coffee.

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    Doug & Carl will be attending the EconoMe Conference in Cincinnati, OH on March 15-17, 2024. For those interested in attending, use the coupon code MILEHIGHFI at checkout to save 10%. https://economeconference.com/

    Links EconoMe Conference EconoMe YouTube Channel Optimal Finance Daily Podcast The Summit of Greatness Skyline Chili Cincinnati DJ Natalie Jones Hoffman Process Diania at CampFI, “Unlocking the Abundance Mindset | A Paradigm Shift” Carl & Mindy on Ramit Sethi’s podcast Mr Money Mustache, “Frugal Man Buys $52,000 Car - Why?” Mad Fientist on MHFI Episode 176 Diania on Doug.Show Podcast Episode 323 The Hoffman Process discussions on Tim Ferriss podcast with Andrew Huberman & Blake Mycoskie (founder of TOMS Shoes) Mile High FI Facebook Group Doug’s site Carl’s blog: 1500 Days--Join the Mile High FI Club – It’s our email list!Get MHFi Merch – It helps support the show. Get t-shirts & more**Disclaimer: The podcast is for informational purposes. Maybe entertainment but we won't even make such a claim. You shouldn't take the info as financial, legal, or tax advice. We aren't certified financial planners or advisors. We're not qualified for much. So get advice from professionals.**Brought To You By:The Doug Show, aka Affiliate Marketing & Side Hustles1500 Days, Carl's Blog about Early RetirementEmai
  • Doug and Carl reflect on their paths to financial independence and discuss the advice they would have given their younger selves. Topics include college education/career paths, early savings, retirement account contributions, index fund investing, flexibility across different investments, strong work ethic, resilience, and of course... asparagus.

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    Links Elon Musk University Bill Perkins, “Die With Zero” Morgan Housel, “Psychology of Money” Thomas J. Stanley, “The Millionaire Next Door” Sean Mullaney on MHFI Episode 114 Mile High FI Facebook Group Doug’s site Carl’s blog: 1500 Days--Join the Mile High FI Club – It’s our email list!Get MHFi Merch – It helps support the show. Get t-shirts & more**Disclaimer: The podcast is for informational purposes. Maybe entertainment but we won't even make such a claim. You shouldn't take the info as financial, legal, or tax advice. We aren't certified financial planners or advisors. We're not qualified for much. So get advice from professionals.**Brought To You By:The Doug Show, aka Affiliate Marketing & Side Hustles1500 Days, Carl's Blog about Early RetirementEmail us here: [email protected] or [email protected]:00 Introduction1:17 Education & alternate career paths6:35 Carl’s first post-college job10:29 Doug’s early career jobs15:51 Early investing experiences20:19 Rich vs. wealthy25:25 Investment strategies & lessons33:42 Importance of work ethic38:07 Final thoughts & advice42:05 Soundcheck - Hangover cure
  • Paula Pant and J.D. Roth join Doug at FinCon 2023 to discuss their unique sabbaticals. Paula details her year-long break from 'Afford Anything' to pursue a Columbia University fellowship, while J.D. shares his experience stepping away from finance writing to pursue art and Taoism. They both open up about the challenges of their time off and future plans while also providing tips for those considering a sabbatical.

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    Links Paula Pant/Afford Anything Afford Anything YouTube Channel Afford Anything, “Your First Rental Property” Course JD Roth/foldedspace Get Rich Slowly YouTube Channel Samuel Johnson, “The Idler” Bertrand Russell, “In Praise of Idleness” “Idler” magazine Thich Nhat Hanh, “The Miracle of Mindfulness” “Tao Te Ching” Robert Putnam, “Bowling Alone: The Collapse and Revival of American Community” Carl Richards FinCon Mile High FI Facebook Group Doug’s site Carl’s blog: 1500 Days--Join the Mile High FI Club – It’s our email list!Get MHFi Merch – It helps support the show. Get t-shirts & more**Disclaimer: The podcast is for informational purposes. Maybe entertainment but we won't even make such a claim. You shouldn't take the info as financial, legal, or tax advice. We aren't certified financial planners or advisors. We're not qualified for much. So get advice from professionals.**Brought To You By:The Doug Show, aka Affiliate Marketing & Side Hustles1500 Days, Carl's Blog about Early RetirementEmail us here: [email protected] or [email protected]:00 Introduction3:27 Exploring the concept of idleness7:34 Paula's sabbatical: Pursuing education & community10:06 J.D.'s sabbatical: Embracing idleness & self-care12:49 Paula’s sabbatical goals16:50 The impact of community vs. isolation22:13 Sabbatical push-back26:58 J.D.’s sabbatical goals29:43 Paula’s sabbatical challenges36:03 J.D.’s sabbatical challenges44:00 Paula’s advice for those considering a sabbatical49:04 J.D.’s advice for those considering a sabbatical
  • Money Struggles, Celebrating Success, and Potential Return to Work (in the soundcheck)We discuss listeners' questions on their individual financial journeys. Topics covered include the struggle to attain financial independence, the guilt associated with spending large amounts, the decision to stay in a high-paying but unfulfilling job versus seeking a lower-paying but satisfying career, and the challenges of maintaining control amidst smaller and larger expenses.Lastly, Carl shared his thoughts on possibly returning to work if a specific, exciting opportunity comes his way, and we discussed our spending habits and attitudes to managing finances.

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    All The Hacks (includes discussion on Mint alternatives) Mad FIentist on Mile High FI Mark TrautmanMoney trackers: Empower: https://www.empower.com/ Kubera: https://www.kubera.com/ Copilot: https://copilot.money/ Projection Lab: https://projectionlab.com/ Mad FIentist FI Laboratory: https://www.madfientist.com/fi-laboratory/--Join the Mile High FI Club – It’s our email list!Get MHFi Merch – It helps support the show. Get t-shirts & more**Disclaimer: The podcast is for informational purposes. Maybe entertainment but we won't even make such a claim. You shouldn't take the info as financial, legal, or tax advice. We aren't certified financial planners or advisors. We're not qualified for much. So get advice from professionals.**Brought To You By:The Doug Show, aka Affiliate Marketing & Side Hustles1500 Days, Carl's Blog about Early RetirementEmail us here: [email protected] or [email protected]:01 Introduction to the Mile High Fi Podcast00:33 Discussing Money Struggles01:12 The Demise of Mint: A Personal Finance Tool02:19 Alternatives to Mint09:18 Balancing Fulfilling Work and Financial Independence13:05 Managing Spending and Saving30:54 Spending Money on Experiences31:55 The Concept of Time Bucketing33:06 Reflecting on Personal Struggles33:11 Evolving with Money34:58 The Impact of Compound Interest39:15 The Joy of Acquiring New Things43:17 The Struggle with Small Purchases50:26 The Importance of Surrounding Yourself with Like-minded People53:27 Considering Going Back to Work
  • Doug and Carl have an in-depth conversation with Barbara Zink who is a mother & wife, an entrepreneur, and a personal finance enthusiast who describes herself as a "closet FI person."

    Barbara shares her FIRE journey and how cutting back on alcohol consumption has not only resulted in several health benefits, but has also contributed greatly to her financial goals - the money saved from not drinking has helped fund her children's 529 college plans, helped her start an online business, and funded a spousal IRA.

    Have you also decided to cut back on alcohol, but don't know what to do with all the savings? If so, come support us over at Buy Me A Coffee.

    Links ChooseFI podcast Mad Fientist podcast World Health Organization (WHO), “No level of alcohol consumption is safe for our health” Nick Loper/Side Hustle Nation Spousal IRA Huberman Lab, “What Alcohol Does to Your Body, Brain & Health” Allen Carr Mile High FI Facebook Group Doug’s site Carl’s blog: 1500 Days--Join the Mile High FI Club – It’s our email list!Get MHFi Merch – It helps support the show. Get t-shirts & more**Disclaimer: The podcast is for informational purposes. Maybe entertainment but we won't even make such a claim. You shouldn't take the info as financial, legal, or tax advice. We aren't certified financial planners or advisors. We're not qualified for much. So get advice from professionals.**Brought To You By:The Doug Show, aka Affiliate Marketing & Side Hustles1500 Days, Carl's Blog about Early RetirementEmail us here: [email protected] or [email protected]:00 Introduction3:29 Barbara's background & discovering FIRE8:58 Water-saving tips14:08 Decision to quit alcohol19:54 Health benefits of quitting alcohol26:09 Starting an e-commerce business35:39 Impact of quitting alcohol39:55 Triggers & tips to break alcohol habits43:54 The power of community in sobriety49:06 Soundcheck - Coffee vs. Mountain Dew
  • Carl and Doug unpack the pursuit of happiness and the winding road to early retirement. From life's unexpected twists to the importance of relationships beyond the balance sheet, they explore what it really means to live a fulfilling life post-FIRE. Listen-in for a blend of finance, philosophy, and insights, all served up with a side of personal stories & anecdotes.

    Note: This is a rebroadcast of MHFI Episode 006 and 088.

    Do we contribute to your happiness? If so, come support us over at Buy Me A Coffee.

    Links 1500 Days to Freedom, “7 Thoughts On Happiness: Part 1” 1500 Days to Freedom, “Happiness Series Part 2: Five Big-Ass Spending Experiments” 1500 Days to Freedom, “Happiness Part 3: Deep Contentment Is The Goal” Mr. Money Mustache JD Roth Tim Ferriss Tim Ferriss, “The 4-Hour Workweek” Tim Ferriss Podcast, “Rolf Potts - The Vagabond’s Way” Naval Ravikant Rolf Potts, “Vagabonding” FI Chautauqua Sonja Lyubomirsky Joe Rogan Experience, “1961-Peter Attia” Mark Manson, “The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck” Wait But Why, “Taming the Mammoth” Living a FI, “The 2021 Early-Retirement Update" ChooseFI Local Groups CampFI Mile High FI Facebook Group Doug’s site Carl’s blog: 1500 Days--Join the Mile High FI Club – It’s our email list!Get MHFi Merch – It helps support the show. Get t-shirts & more**Disclaimer: The podcast is for informational purposes. Maybe entertainment but we won't even make such a claim. You shouldn't take the info as financial, legal, or tax advice. We aren't certified financial planners or advisors. We're not qualified for much. So get advice from professionals.**Brought To You By:The Doug Show, aka Affiliate Marketing & Side Hustles1500 Days, Carl's Blog about Early RetirementEmail us
  • Doug and Carl answer questions from the Facebook mailbag. Sam: How important were the live-in flips and other real estate ventures that you and Mindy got into impact your success and overall net worth? Patrick: With all of Carl’s DIY experience, what house projects would he now hire out (like flooring, tile, drywall, or bathroom remodels) instead of spending the time doing it yourself? Lauren: Want to know the opinions of relocating from a low cost-of-living-area to a high cost-of-living-area to be closer to outdoor activities that you love and find a community you identify with. Should someone do it and what tips do you have? Hallie: Has Doug tried Melanzana’s Wind Pro Sweatpants? Claudia: How would you do Roth conversions when you have a mix of 401k, IRA, a Roth IRA, and brokerage account? How do you convert when you’re still working, but you’re going to retire soon and you want to minimize taxes now but also in the future? (Approx 3 years from retirement)Do you have a burning question that you'd like answered? Come join the Mile High FI Facebook group or come support us over at Buy Me A Coffee.Links 1500 Days Post, "How to Successfully Flip Homes For Fun and Profit" South Park, “You Call the Handyman” Paula Pant/Afford Anything Ramit Sethi, “Why I Don’t Own a House as a Multi-Millionaire” FinCon CampFI Maggie Tucker/Inside Out Money Downshift Financial Mile High FI Facebook Group Doug’s site Carl’s blog: 1500 Days--Join the Mile High FI Club – It’s our email list!Get MHFi Merch – It helps support the show. Get t-shirts & more**Disclaimer: The podcast is for informational purposes. Maybe entertainment but we won't even make such a claim. You shouldn't take the info as financial, legal, or tax advice. We aren't certified financial planners or advisors. We're not qualified for much. So get advice from professionals.**Brought To You By:The Doug Show, aka Affiliate Marketing & Side Hustles1500 Days, Carl's Blog about Early RetirementEmail us here: [email protected] or [email protected]:00 Introduction1:08 Question 1: Importance of live-in flips9:40 Question 2: DIY vs. hiring out14:37 Tips for finding contractors19:02 Concerts & recent activities30:25 Question 3: Relocating to a high cost-of-living area37:44 Question 4: Melanzana sweatpants40:04 Question 5: Roth conversions45:10 Flexible buckets to draw from53:40 Soundcheck - Melanzana