Robert Berger, Deputy Editor at Forbes and author of Retire Before Mom and Dad, is passionate about helping others build financial independence. In this episode, I talk with Robert about how to plan for retirement and the seven levels you need to reach financial freedom.

In today's episode, you'll find out:

• What "retirement" can look like for you
• The seven levels of financial independence
• Is the 4% rule still relevant?
• How student loan borrowers can reach financial independence
• What is the "money audit" and how it can help cut your spending
• Why cars are a financial freedom killer
• What retirement account is the best first step to investing
• Why expense ratios are a huge factor in investing
• How to experiment with your finances to increase your savings

Full show notes at: http://studentloanplanner.com/47