Court joins the show to share how she and her wife tackled six figures of student loan debt and achieved financial independence in their early 30s with a family.

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Answers to several reader questions about investing efficiently for your financial freedom. Learn more about low-cost broad-based index funds or if you should max out your 401k early.

Recent market volatility has provided an opportunity to test your investment resolve. Any low-cost broad-based index fund is a solid investment strategy, VTSAX is not the only option.

Understanding the difference between Roth vs traditional options can help you plan your tax-efficient retirement.

Fee-only advisors that act as fiduciaries in every area can be helpful. However, many financial advisors are not fiduciaries and have an assets under management fee structure.

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The founder of YNAB, Jesse Meacham, shares his story about:

• Finding your "non-negotiable"
• Introducing your spouse to FIRE
• Do you really need a budget?

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Learn about the five love languages and how they can help you communicate with your partner better.

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Amon and Christina join the show today to share their journey to Financial Independence as two federal employees with young children.

The couple was able to retire early in just eight years!

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An updated case study of the Roth IRA conversion ladder and a challenge for the community are some of the topics that Brad and Jonathan tackle today.

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Liz grew up with a single mom that struggled financially after getting divorced. Due to that, she had to learn how to budget at a very young age. She helped her mom pay off some debt over a period of years.

Braden had a completely different relationship with money. He grew up in a well-off family, so he never had to worry about money. He did get a job at 16 because his parents wanted him to learn the value of hard work.

Liz and Braden share their story of:

• Landing over $100k in scholarships • World Travels • Finding FI • Staying at Home

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Half full? Half Empty? Ehh... There's some water in the cup. Medical bills are never fun, but at least you met your deductible... at the very end of the year. Brad and Jonathan discuss building credit from ground zero, and reflecting a bit on Gretchin Rubin's "The 4 tendencies". In addition, we share a segment with Larry Hagner from the Dad Edge Alliance discussing the importance of financial intimacy. This is your Friday Roundup!

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Although finding the path to FI can be exciting, it can be frustrating to have difficulty communicating this vision to your family and friends.

Gretchen Rubin joins the show to shed some light on the four tendencies or people and how to communicate with each tendency.

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Welcome to the first Roundup of 2020! Brad and Jonathan share exciting announcements like:

• Launch of Everyday Courage by Jillian Johnsrud • FI101 and the ChooseFI International Foundation • Updates To The Tax Code

For more information, visit the show notes at https://choosefi.com/161R