Taking it to the Streets: Best Pro Tips for Late Starters | FinCon Attendees | 118
Catching Up to FI: Financial Independence for Late Starters
Release Date: 01/22/2025
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...
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Banishing The Burden of Student Loan Debt | Travis Hornsby | 122
Catching Up to FI: Financial Independence for Late Starters
We're pulling back the curtain on student loans with expert and founder of Student Loan Planner, Travis Hornsby. Initially impacting younger borrowers, the student loan crisis now affects those in their 40s, 50s, and even 60s. The balances are getting bigger, lasting longer and rules are becoming more complex! It can be confusing, but this episode will give you clarity and help you tackle your student loan challenges head-on. We explore smart repayment strategies, student loan forgiveness, the impact of current and future government policies and more. 🌐 🔗 ☕ Like what you...
info_outlineIn this episode, we're taking it to the streets of Atlanta, GA where the 2024 FinCon took place. FinCon is the largest (and funnest) conference for independent content creators in the personal finance space. We wish you could have been there but since we couldn't bring our audience to FinCon, we're bringing a little FinCon to you. We chatted with some of them and asked the big question: "What is your best tip for late starters?"
Huge thanks to our fellow content creators that contributed their valuable tips! (As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.)
Gwen Merz (Firey Millennials)
Rocky Lalvani (Profit Comes First)
Heather Phillips (Tiller)
🌐 Tiller
Fritz Gilbert (Retirement Manifesto)
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Diania Merriam (EconoMe Conference)
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Skyler Fleming (Money Talk with Skyler Fleming)
🌐 Money Talk with Skyler Fleming
Sean Mullaney (The FI Tax Guy)
Podcast Episodes:
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Life & Taxes | Sean Mullaney | 013
Doug Nordman aka Nords (Military Financial Independence)
🌐 Military Financial Independence
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📗Raising Your Money-Savvy Family For Next Generation Financial Independence
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📕Military Guide to Financial Independence and Retirement
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Larry Tuch (The Abundant Wallet)
Crystina Cardozo (Run the Numbers)
Avanti Shetye (Wealthwyzr)
Aseefa Ismail (Balanced Checkbook)
Marvá Morrow
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