Catching the Wave to FI | Doug Nordman & Carol Pittner | 067
Catching Up to FI: Financial Independence for Late Starters
Release Date: 03/24/2024
Financial Literacy and Mastering the Million Dollar Decisions | Paul Merriman | 132
Catching Up to FI: Financial Independence for Late Starters
April is Financial Literacy Month, and to help us celebrate we brought in a returning guest, Paul Merriman. Paul has been on the show before to discuss investment portfolios, but today he talks with us about some extraordinary strides he's making as a financial literacy advocate through his nonprofit, The Merriman Financial Education Foundation. We also share some of our favorite financial literacy resources. 🔗 ☕ Like what you hear on Catching Up to FI? Support the show at 🎙️We love hearing from you! Record a Voice Message with your feedback or question ...
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72(t) Expert Tells All: No More Secrets About Early Withdrawals (Part 1) | Bill Stecker | 131
Catching Up to FI: Financial Independence for Late Starters
One of the most frequent questions we get about retiring early is: 'How do I get money out of my retirement accounts before age 59.5, without paying the 10% penalty'? This episode answers that question and more with CPA and 72(t) expert, Bill Stecker. Bill is the founder of The Marble Group which specializes in federal income taxes and early retirement distributions. He's also the brilliant mind behind the website '72tcalc', hands down the most comprehensive resource we've found specifically focusing on 72(t)s. Cohost Jackie knows because she set up her own substantially equal periodic...
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Discipline Is Hard To Maintain In The Heat of Battle | Bill Yount | 130
Catching Up to FI: Financial Independence for Late Starters
'Catching Up to FI' founder and co-host, Bill Yount, appeared as a guest on the EverydayFI podcast with host Meghan Combs. The show explores the lives and stories of everyday people in the financial independence community so Bill opens up about his FI journey as a late starter. He of course represents our Catching Up to FI community. He had a lot to say so this is the second part of a two-part episode. The first part was aired last Wednesday (episode 128) so be sure to check it out. 🌐 🔗 ☕ Like what you hear on Catching Up to FI? Support the show at ...
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Not Just Another Album, It’s A Money Revolution! | Alan & Katie Donegan | 129
Catching Up to FI: Financial Independence for Late Starters
In this episode we welcome back the rebels, Katie and Alan Donegan. They are founders of the Rebel Finance School and have turned the concept of financial independence (FI) into an energetic global movement. We are celebrating the launch of their brand-new music album. But it's not just music, it’s a Money Revolution and the world's first financial independence album! The Donegans give us a behind the scenes look at the making the of the album and a backstage pass to some of the tracks, including: 🎤 4% Rule 🎤 Badassity (Mustachianism) 🎤 Create a Gap 🎤 The Boring...
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Get To Know Your Future Self | Bill Yount | 128
Catching Up to FI: Financial Independence for Late Starters
'Catching Up to FI' founder and co-host, Bill Yount, appeared as a guest on the EverydayFI podcast with host Meghan Combs. The show explores the lives and stories of everyday people in the financial independence community so Bill opens up about his FI journey as a late starter. He of course represents our Catching Up to FI community. He had a lot to say so this is a two-parter and will be aired over the next two Wednesday episodes. 🌐 🔗 ☕ Like what you hear on Catching Up to FI? Support the show at 🎙️We love hearing from you! Record a Voice Message...
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Coast FI Couple | Matt & Yana Tarr | 127
Catching Up to FI: Financial Independence for Late Starters
Jackie is out this week, and her co-host seat is being filled by Mindy Jensen (the hostess with the mostest 😂) from the 'BiggerPockets Money' and 'Living a FI Life' podcasts. In this episode we talk with Matt and Yana Tarr, the married duo behind the 'CoastFI Couple' blog and podcast. The conversation centers around the power of Coast FI, and how open, healthy communication about money can strengthen partnerships and marriages. We also highlight their favorite budgeting and accountability tool, Qube Money and why it's such a great tool for late starters. 🌐 🔗 ☕ Like what...
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Confessions of a Co-host: I broke some FI Rules | Jackie Cummings Koski | 126
Catching Up to FI: Financial Independence for Late Starters
Jackie Cummings Koski is co-host of the 'Catching Up to FI' podcast and author of the book 'F.I.R.E. For Dummies'. In case you're new here, FIRE stands for Financial Independence, Retire Early. In this episode, Jackie comes clean and publicly shares her non-FIRE confessions. Recorded at a CampFI near San Diego, she reveals surprising financial decisions that didn’t exactly follow the 'rules' of FI, and some are downright shocking… such as taking a 401(k) loan (don’t judge too soon😁). These moves may have gone against traditional FI principles, but they didn't ruin her plans or curb...
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Bouncing Back from Financial Setbacks | Lynnette Khalfani-Cox | 125
Catching Up to FI: Financial Independence for Late Starters
Lynnette Khalfani-Cox (also known as ) is an icon in the financial media and financial education space. She is the author of 16 money-management books, including the New York Times bestseller ‘Zero Debt: The Ultimate Guide to Financial Freedom’. Lynette joins us on this episode to share some of the big takeaways from her latest book 'Bounce Back', offering practical and emotional guidance for those recovering from financial setbacks. She guides us on how to take on―and defeat―the most common and difficult challenges most of us face, like being downsized from a job, disasters, debt,...
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“The Risk Parity Paradox” an Exercise in Simple Complexity? | Frank Vasquez | 124
Catching Up to FI: Financial Independence for Late Starters
Frank Vasquez (also affectionately known as Uncle Frank) is a mostly retired lawyer and host of the 'Risk Parity Radio' podcast. In this episode, he gives us a dose of his investing wisdom complete with his unique 'SpongeBob' sense of humor. We discuss financial independence (FI) in the older years, emphasizing the importance of enjoying the fruits of your labor after decades of saving. We explore diversified portfolios, the principles of risk parity, and introduce listeners to various investment approaches such as the 'Golden Butterfly' and 'Golden Ratio' portfolios. Frank also shares his...
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ATM Receipts, Origami, and Unravelling Your Relationship With Money | Shannah Game | 123
Catching Up to FI: Financial Independence for Late Starters
Ever felt anxious around money, or like you're stuck no matter how much you try to save? You're not alone. In this episode, we unravel all of that with Shannah Game, a leading transformational money expert helping you heal your relationship with money. Shannah is host of the popular podcast 'Everyone's Talkin' Money' and author of the new book 'Unraveling Your Relationship with Money', a step-by-step guide to breaking free from money stress, shame, and self-doubt. 🌐 🔗 ☕ Like what you hear on Catching Up to FI? Support the show at 🎙️We love hearing from you! Record...
info_outlineDoug Nordman and Carol Pittner are a financially-savvy father-daughter duo who take us on their money journey as a family. From learning about money management through unique family practices like the “Bank of Carol,” to achieving financial independence, Doug and Carol share the milestones, strategies, and setbacks of their financial journeys. They discuss the importance of saving, investing, and making prudent life choices, all set against the backdrop of their unique military lifestyle. Moreover, they discuss the profound impact of teaching financial literacy from a young age. Whether you're a late starter to financial independence or seeking to pave a smoother path for the next generation, this episode is packed with wisdom, humor, and inspiring stories to guide you on your journey to FI.
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Look for their books at your local library in order to "try before you buy."
militaryfinancialindependence.com
The Military Guide to Financial Independence and Retirement by Doug Nordman
Redeployment Wealth Strategies
The First National Bank of Dad by David Owen
If You Made a Million by David M. Schwartz
Top Gun Finance | Stephen Heptig | 031
Mom and Dad, We Need to Talk | Cameron Huddleston | 048
Doug’s recommendations for military-friendly charities:
- Fisher House Foundation: either the national foundation (with Brian Gawne, one of my college classmates and a military retiree) or your local Fisher House at a hospital.
- Local chapters of the Wounded Warrior Program and their services for your local military veterans.
Their favorite surfing beaches:
- White Plains Beach at Kalaeloa near Kapolei (Oahu)
- Pua ‘Ena Point at Haleiwa Beach Park (north side) on Oahu
...but Mission Bay and South Ponto Beach in San Diego are also pretty good, as well as Shifting Sands Beach Club at Dam Neck in Virginia Beach.
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