BiggerPockets Money Podcast

How “Regular” People Can Achieve FIRE (Early Retirement) by 40!


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Join hosts Mindy Jensen and Scott Trench as they sit down with Cody Garrett, a former musician turned financial planner who discovered the FIRE movement seven years ago and is now just four years away from achieving financial independence by age 40. Cody's unique dual perspective—as both someone actively pursuing FIRE and a professional helping others achieve it—makes this conversation particularly valuable for anyone on their own early retirement journey.

Cody shares the practical strategies, mindset shifts, and career decisions that accelerated his path to financial freedom. He breaks down his personal approach to portfolio management, explains how to avoid the lifestyle inflation trap, and discusses building multiple income streams through business ventures. Whether you're contemplating a career change, looking to optimize your FIRE timeline, or seeking guidance from someone who's walking the walk, this episode is packed with actionable insights you can implement immediately.


This Episode Covers:

  • Cody's journey from musician to financial planner and FIRE discovery
  • Strategic career pivoting to accelerate financial independence
  • Portfolio theory and investment strategies for early retirement
  • Avoiding lifestyle inflation while building wealth
  • The importance of finding your "why" for financial independence
  • And SO much more!

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