In this week's episode, Brad and Jonathan examine the concept of assets and where they fit in your general tax strategy. Together, they discuss the different factors that effect how and when you pay your taxes, compare the differences between Roth IRA's and 401k's, and explore potentially beneficial ways in which after-tax investments and 401k's overlap!

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In this week's episode, Brad and Jonathan talk about the benefits behind creating the space needed in life for you to challenge yourself. While it may be tempting to relax in place with your new-found free time, you should be using it as an opportunity for growth! Who knows, you could even find yourself in a career you never thought you'd be in, making more than you ever thought you could earn! Listen along as the guys tell you the steps needed to execute a masterful career pivot!

• The Laura Barrett Cookbook
• You Are More Than Your Financial Capital with Laura Oldanie | ChooseFI Episode 248
• $1K 100 Ways with Nick Loper | ChooseFI Episode 336
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In this week's episode, Brad and Jonathan discuss how risk avoidance can weigh down your returns in the form of opportunity costs. While your savings may be safe, you could be missing out on opportunities for your money to work on your behalf! Join the guys as they discuss the rule of 72, inflation, and diversifying as opposed to "deworsifying!"

• "Richer, Wiser, Happier" By William Green
• "The Psychology of Money" By Morgan Housel
• Are You as Diversified as You Think You Are? With Frank Vasquez | ChooseFI Episode 313
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In this week's episode, Brad and Jonathan are joined for the "many-ith" time by Jillian Johnsrud to discuss her new book, "Fire The Haters." Together, they dissect some of the themes from Jillian's book, which leads to discussions about overcoming imposter syndrome, taking action, acknowledging valid feedback, and identifying the difference between procrastination and preparation!

• Website: jillianjohnsrud.com
• Podcast: Everyday Courage

• "Fire The Haters" by Jillian Johnsrud
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When things are good, is it the right move to settle in place? In this week's episode, Brad and Jonathan discuss the nature of good, and how things being good is often the biggest obstacle standing in the way of things being great. After all, there is no opportunity for growth if you linger in a state of complacency!

• Built to Last: Successful Habits of Visionary Companies by Jim Collins
• Good to Great: Why Some Companies Make the Leap and Others Don't by Jim Collins
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In this week's episode, Brad and Jonathan discuss the benefits of slightly diverting from the FI mindset and spending more on meaningful purchases. While splurging can be a slippery slope, calculated splurging can yield large returns in terms of enjoyment, opportunity, and time!

• PaperKarma
• Opt Out Prescreen
• FI Weekly: May 11,2021
• ChooseFI Episode 076: Planned Spontaneity with Mrs. Adventure Rich
• ChooseFI Episode 048: The Happy Philosopher | The Happiest Man in the Room
• ChooseFI Episode 337: Ordinary Sherpa with Heidi Dusek
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In this week's episode, Brad and Jonathan reopen the mailbag which prompts a discussion examining the true monetary value behind collectable items, and why finding that diamond in the rough could inherently be more valuable than actual diamonds! We also hear about some fantastic wins the community has experienced, plus some insight on how to operate a high-earning lemonade stand with your kids!

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• Mr. Money Mustache
• Animal Spirits Podcast
• Frugal Fringe's Diamond Article
• Lower Your Internet, Cable, and Phone Bills with Trim
• Nextdoor

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In this week's episode, Brad and Jonathan dive into the mailbag and respond to listener emails! Throughout the episode, you'll hear about some of the wins those in our community have experienced, ranging from having the power to take back and optimize personal time, to 2nd graders discussing the FI movement with their teacher!

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While slashing your expenses can certainly accelerate your path to financial independence, what if it also begins to slash at your own happiness and wellbeing? In this week’s episode, Brad and Jonathan are joined by Alan Donegan from the Rebel Entrepreneur podcast, who attempts to solve this dilemma by discussing 10 ways in which you can increase your income. This way, you can still enjoy the smaller luxuries in your life while maintaining a strong roadmap to financial independence!

• Website: Alan Donegan
• Podcast: Rebel Entrepreneur

• ChooseFI Episode 23: Career Hacking With ESI Money
• ChooseFI Episode 147: Negotiate Your Salary With Tori Dunlap
• ChooseFI Episode 211: How to Negotiate Your Salary Without Burning Bridges With The Financial Mechanic
• Rebel Entrepreneur Coaching Series
• ChooseFI Episode 117: Making The Case For Part Time With Bradley Rice
• ChooseFI Episode 158: Real Hourly Wage With The Frugal Engineers
• Millenial Revolution
• ChooseFI Episode 233: Networking With Jordan Harbinger
• Influence by Robert B. Cialdini
• Rebel Business School Negotiation Course Notes
• The Ultimate Sales Machine by Chet Holmes
• ChooseFI Episode 129: Breaking The Glass Ceiling With Liz From Chief Mom Officer
• Toastmasters International
• Rebel Entrepreneur: 5 Ways to Build A Business With No Debt

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Does settling down and starting a family really mean that your days of adventuring are over? In this week's episode, Brad and Jonathan are joined by Heidi Dusek from the Ordinary Sherpa Podcast, who firmly believes that having a family doesn't mean that your ability to adventure disappears! Heidi shares with the guys strategies that you can implement with your family to ensure you continue to exercise your "adventure muscle!"

• Website: Ordinary Sherpa
• Podcast: Ordinary Sherpa

• Find A Local Group
• Vincent Pugliese's Total Life Freedom
• Jillian Johnsrud
• Everyday Adventure Newsletter
• ChooseFI Episode 76; Planned Spontaneity with Mrs. Adventure Rich

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