In this week’s episode, Brad and Jonathan are joined by Measure Twice Money’s founder Cody Garrett! Together, they discuss important details about DIY financial planning, such as identifying where you do and don’t need help with your financial planning, exercising the rational and reasonable approach when financial planning, and ways
One of the greatest appeals for having a financial advisor is the comfort we feel in having an “expert” do our investing for us. We fear that we don’t know what we’re doing with our own money. Most of us didn’t go to school for finance and we figure that
Christmas is almost upon us and for many, this means that it is time to start shopping. But instead of spending your money at a store, why not try making homemade gifts this holiday season? DIY Christmas gifts offer more room for personalization than store-bought and ensure that your gifts
If you’ve been in your home awhile, you’re probably considering making some changes or improvements. You might even want to DIY Home Improvement to save some money. And, fortunately, with proper planning, you’ll get the highest rate of return for your efforts and learn some new skills. What’s not to
Hi there! If you’re reading this, it’s probably because you just heard my interview on the ChooseFI podcast, and you’re wondering if there are any things to add to the story. Wouldn’t you know it, I have a few things to add right here! Some More Trade School Tips Literally
Tinian Crawford, blogger at DIY2FI and licensed electrician, talks about his path to licensure, the advantages of trade jobs and his transition to pursuing financial independence. What jobs are represented in the FI community? Base salary for an electrician is $70 minimum. Many people go to trade school in high
Hello, and welcome to the DIY sector of the Financial Independence arena! I will be presenting DIY skills, tips, tools, and other tidbits as we embark down this vein of the FI rabbit hole. Who am I? Let’s start with a little bit about me, shall we? I grew up
Warren Buffett’s Latest Shareholder Letter One of my favorite annual activities is running to my computer at 8am ET on the last Saturday in February to download Warren Buffett’s latest Berkshire Hathaway Shareholder Letter. If you’re looking for an incredible amount of financial and life wisdom in a short time,
In this episode: the wonderful ChooseFI community shares advice by taking the hot seat through listener voicemails.
Learn the basics of Identity Capital and its importance to your FI journey.
In this episode: inflation, coast FI, early retirement planning, future tax liability, IRA’s and 401k’s, and diversification.
Shaving 10 to 20 years off of your retirement date is one of those eye-opening ideas that might keep you up at night. It’s just so exciting! In fact, it’s so exciting, that trying to get 1% better with your finances may sound like a rather boring goal. But anybody
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