Mile High FI Podcast

Mile High FI Podcast

By Doug Cunnington, Mr. Money Mustache, & Carl JensenSociety & CultureBusinessInvestingCareers
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Mile High FI Podcast episodes

  • Retired Two Months: Here's What We Learned - Elizabeth & Dusti | MHFI 224

    Doug chats with two recent retirees, his wife Elizabeth & friend Dusti.  They share vital tips and lessons they’ve learned, including financial planning, healthcare considerations, and the importance of flexibility and community in retirement.  The group also discusses real-life strategies like writing things down, engaging in fulfilling activities, and easing into new routines.

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    Want to support our new product, the 1500 Days bidet?  If so, head over to Buy Me A Coffee.

    Links

    (*Some affiliate links so we might earn a commission if you buy something)

    • Connect with Elizabeth by reaching out to Mindy:
      • Email
      • BiggerPockets
      • Twitter/X
      • Connect with Dusti:
        • Facebook
        • Strava
        • Instagram
        • Elizabeth & Dusti on MHFI episode 223
        • Elizabeth on MHFI episode 212
        • Dusti on MHFI:
          • Episode 172
          • Episode 178
          • Episode 179
          • Gretchen Rubin, “The Happiness Project”
            • Kindle
            • Hardcover
            • Paperback
            • Audiobook
            • Leckerlee Cookies
            • Robert Cialdini, “Influence: The Psychology of Persuasion”
              • Kindle
              • Hardcover
              • Paperback
              • Audiobook
              • Mile High FI Facebook Group
              • Doug’s site
              • Carl’s blog: 1500 Days
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                **Disclaimer: The podcast is for informational purposes. Maybe entertainment but we won’t even make such a claim. You shouldn’t take the info as financial, legal, or tax advice. We aren’t certified financial planners or advisors. We’re not qualified for much. So get advice from professionals.**

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                1500 Days, Carl’s Blog about Early Retirement

                0:00 Introduction

                2:19 Two paths to retirement

                7:51 Advice when approaching retirement

                15:41 Flexible but rigid

                21:20 Healthcare & night terrors

                28:41 Journaling

                34:46 Take a trip

                38:46 Trying new things & making lists

                45:48 Misc quick tips

                51:43 Soundcheck – Timeshare challenge

                Do you like the podcast and want to support the show?  Follow the links to find out how:
                https://buymeacoffee.com/milehighfi

                Get MHFi Merch – It helps support the show. Get t-shirts & more

                **Disclaimer: The podcast is for informational purposes. Maybe entertainment but we won't even make such a claim. You shouldn't take the info as financial, legal, or tax advice. We aren't certified financial planners or advisors. We're not qualified for much. So get advice from professionals.**

                57 min
              • Retired Two Months: Q&A - Elizabeth & Dusti | MHFI 223

                Doug chats with two recent retirees, his wife Elizabeth & friend Dusti.  The group discusses the transition to retirement, sharing insights on dealing with stress, maintaining productivity, and discovering new interests.  Elizabeth & Dusti also answer questions from the Facebook mailbag.

                • Jamie – Have you decompressed yet from baseline stress?  Others have said you don’t realize how stressed you really are until you leave the job behind.  If so, how long did it take?  What’s been the biggest surprise in the first two months?
                • AJ – Has your mindset about money and spending shifted at all in the last two months?  Do you have more or less anxiety about fun spending?
                • Frieda – What were you grateful to have done prior to leaving your employer?  And is there anything that you wish you would have done in advance to your last day at work?
                • Hallie – Do you have any thoughts about finding challenges or fulfillment once the “honeymoon stage” is over?  Or are you just enjoying the process of relaxing and unwinding for now?
                • Catie – How are you balancing the productivity mindset versus relaxing/being present versus guilt for being able to do a lot more of ‘nothing’?  Curious about any new routines/structure of your day now too!
                • Chris – What has been most surprising in the first two months?  And looking back, is there anything you would have done differently about leaving?
                • Stephanie – Leading up to retirement, what did you think your biggest challenge was going to be in retirement?  And then now that you’re a few months in, what do you think the biggest challenge actually is?
                • Khang – What MORE do you want to do now that you’ve had some time to acclimate?  Is it an activity you’re surprised to find out about yourself?
                • Rakesh – When is Elizabeth going to join Dusti for running?
                • Eric – How long until Elizabeth is tired of being around Doug for all of those hours in a day?
                • Maggie – Does Elizabeth want to come to CampFI and do puzzles with me?
                • Callie – There is a puzzle competition???!!!  How do you find out about those?!
                • Mira – How is puzzle solving different pre and post retirement?
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                  Do you have even more questions for Elizabeth or Dusti?  If so, head over to the Mile High FI Facebook group or support us at Buy Me A Coffee.

                  Links

                  (*Some affiliate links so we might earn a commission if you buy something)

                  • Connect with Elizabeth by reaching out to Mindy:
                    • Email
                    • BiggerPockets
                    • Twitter/X
                    • Connect with Dusti:
                      • Facebook
                      • Strava
                      • Instagram
                      • Mile High FI Facebook Group
                      • Elizabeth on MHFI episode 212
                      • Dusti on MHFI:
                        • Episode 172
                        • Episode 178
                        • Episode 179
                        • Huberman Lab supplements
                        • Saturday Night Live, “The Love Toilet”
                        • Bill Perkins, “Die With Zero”
                          • Kindle
                          • Hardcover
                          • Paperback
                          • Audiobook
                          • CampFI
                          • Doug’s site
                          • Carl’s blog: 1500 Days
                          • —

                            Join the Mile High FI Club – It’s our email list!

                            Get MHFi Merch – It helps support the show. Get t-shirts & more

                            **Disclaimer: The podcast is for informational purposes. Maybe entertainment but we won’t even make such a claim. You shouldn’t take the info as financial, legal, or tax advice. We aren’t certified financial planners or advisors. We’re not qualified for much. So get advice from professionals.**

                            Brought To You By:

                            The Doug Show, aka Affiliate Marketing & Side Hustles

                            1500 Days, Carl’s Blog about Early Retirement

                            0:00 Introduction

                            3:16 Question – Have you decompressed yet?

                            7:30 Question – Has your money mindset shifted?

                            13:50 Question – What were you grateful to have done before retiring?

                            23:54 Question – Thoughts about finding challenges or fulfillment?

                            29:22 Question – Balancing productivity vs relaxing vs guilt

                            36:52 Question – What has been most surprising?

                            40:49 Question – Biggest challenge in retirement?

                            46:19 Question – What activity do you want to do more?

                            53:37 Soundcheck – Misc questions

                            Do you like the podcast and want to support the show?  Follow the links to find out how:
                            https://buymeacoffee.com/milehighfi

                            Get MHFi Merch – It helps support the show. Get t-shirts & more

                            **Disclaimer: The podcast is for informational purposes. Maybe entertainment but we won't even make such a claim. You shouldn't take the info as financial, legal, or tax advice. We aren't certified financial planners or advisors. We're not qualified for much. So get advice from professionals.**

                            59 min
                          • When to Hire an Advisor - Amberly Grant | MHFI 222

                            Doug and Amberly discuss the ins & outs of when to consider using a financial advisor.  They explore the pros & cons of working with advisors, fee structures, the importance of fiduciary responsibility, how to avoid bad financial advice, and complexities of DIY financial management.  They share personal stories and experiences to illustrate the discussion, including Doug’s past mistakes with an advisor and Amberly’s insights from hosting financial discussions & events.

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                            Want to support our new business venture, financial advisor/fiduciary hats?  If so, head over to Buy Me A Coffee.

                            Links

                            (*Some affiliate links so we might earn a commission if you buy something)

                            • Connect with Amberly:
                              • AmberlyGrant.com
                              • FinTalks
                              • FinTalks Cruise
                              • Instagram
                              • Facebook
                              • “Jump In Feet First” podcast
                              • Elizabeth on MHFI episode 212
                              • Amberly on MFHI episode 216
                              • Wealthsimple
                              • Jeremy Schneider/Personal Finance Club
                                • “Types of Advisors”
                                • “The Fees Add Up”
                                • “Cost of Advice?”
                                • Northwestern Mutual Conflict of Interest brochure
                                • Northwestern Mutual Conflict of Interest brochure (Marked up)
                                • Denver Asset Building Coalition
                                • Brian Feroldi on MHFI episode 213
                                • Downshift Financial
                                • Nectarine, Advice-Only Financial Advisors
                                • FeeOnlyNetwork
                                • JL Collins, “Simple Path to Wealth”
                                  • Kindle
                                  • Hardcover
                                  • Paperback
                                  • Audiobook
                                  • Mark’s Money Mind Podcast
                                  • CampFI
                                  • EconoMe Conference
                                  • Mile High FI Facebook Group
                                  • Doug’s site
                                  • Carl’s blog: 1500 Days
                                  • —

                                    Join the Mile High FI Club – It’s our email list!

                                    Get MHFi Merch – It helps support the show. Get t-shirts & more

                                    **Disclaimer: The podcast is for informational purposes. Maybe entertainment but we won’t even make such a claim. You shouldn’t take the info as financial, legal, or tax advice. We aren’t certified financial planners or advisors. We’re not qualified for much. So get advice from professionals.**

                                    Brought To You By:

                                    The Doug Show, aka Affiliate Marketing & Side Hustles

                                    1500 Days, Carl’s Blog about Early Retirement

                                    0:00 Introduction

                                    3:27 Definition of financial advisors

                                    9:14 Fees

                                    16:22 Two hats

                                    22:13 Sleep issues

                                    27:35 Pros of working with financial advisors

                                    38:12 Cons of working with financial advisors

                                    44:27 When a financial advisor is useful

                                    53:20 When DIY might be better

                                    57:25 FinTalks Cruise

                                    1:03:47 Soundcheck – Laid back with rules

                                    Do you like the podcast and want to support the show?  Follow the links to find out how:
                                    https://buymeacoffee.com/milehighfi

                                    Get MHFi Merch – It helps support the show. Get t-shirts & more

                                    **Disclaimer: The podcast is for informational purposes. Maybe entertainment but we won't even make such a claim. You shouldn't take the info as financial, legal, or tax advice. We aren't certified financial planners or advisors. We're not qualified for much. So get advice from professionals.**

                                    1 hr 9 min
                                  • 3 Buckets of FIRE, Long Term Care, Dating, Mailbag | MHFI 221

                                    Doug and Carl answer questions from the Facebook mailbag.

                                    • Branden – Basically Coast FI, but can’t pass up the tax advantages of a 401k and a Roth IRA even though focusing on a taxable brokerage account would provide freedom sooner.  How did you prioritize which accounts to use and when?
                                    • Julie – Do you favor long-term care insurance?
                                    • Matt – How to approach the dating scene?
                                    • Andrea – What advice do you have for parents pursuing FI with kids & what would you do differently?  What thoughts do you have about raising a financially responsible set of kids? 
                                    • Claudia – What did you decide to do about college expenses for your kids?  How are you teaching them about money so that one day they can protect and grow what they will inherit?
                                    • Be sure to check out the new GhostBed Massage Topper.  Save 50% site-wide on your new mattress, pillow, and bedding over at GhostBed (coupon code: MILEHIGHFI)

                                      Want to support our new business venture, The Doug Cunnington School of Border Collie Excellence?  If so, head over to Buy Me A Coffee.

                                      Links

                                      (*Some affiliate links so we might earn a commission if you buy something)

                                      • Mile High FI Facebook Group
                                      • Sean Mullaney
                                      • Mark’s Money Mind Podcast
                                      • Peter Attia
                                      • BJ on MHFI episode 217
                                      • EconoMe Conference
                                      • Stephen Baughier/CampFI
                                      • Bill Perkins, “Die With Zero”
                                        • Kindle
                                        • Hardcover
                                        • Paperback
                                        • Audiobook
                                        • Elizabeth on MHFI Episode 212
                                        • Amberly Grant
                                        • Brad Barrett/ChooseFI
                                        • Meteorologist Kristen
                                        • Hoffman Process
                                        • Doug’s site
                                        • Carl’s blog: 1500 Days
                                        • —

                                          Join the Mile High FI Club – It’s our email list!

                                          Get MHFi Merch – It helps support the show. Get t-shirts & more

                                          **Disclaimer: The podcast is for informational purposes. Maybe entertainment but we won’t even make such a claim. You shouldn’t take the info as financial, legal, or tax advice. We aren’t certified financial planners or advisors. We’re not qualified for much. So get advice from professionals.**

                                          Brought To You By:

                                          The Doug Show, aka Affiliate Marketing & Side Hustles

                                          1500 Days, Carl’s Blog about Early Retirement

                                          0:00 Introduction

                                          1:46 Question – Prioritizing investment accounts

                                          10:47 Question – Long-term care insurance

                                          15:48 Sleep issues

                                          21:25 Hot Brown

                                          24:10 Question – Dating advice

                                          29:44 Filtering for Financial Independence

                                          35:46 Question – Kids & FIRE

                                          39:55 Question – College expenses & inheritances

                                          50:54 Soundcheck – Roadtrip

                                          Do you like the podcast and want to support the show?  Follow the links to find out how:
                                          https://buymeacoffee.com/milehighfi

                                          Get MHFi Merch – It helps support the show. Get t-shirts & more

                                          **Disclaimer: The podcast is for informational purposes. Maybe entertainment but we won't even make such a claim. You shouldn't take the info as financial, legal, or tax advice. We aren't certified financial planners or advisors. We're not qualified for much. So get advice from professionals.**

                                          57 min
                                        • Are High Net Worth People Happier? - Allison | MHFI 220

                                          Doug and Carl chat with Allison, delving into her unique journey as a nanny for high net worth families and some insights & takeaways from those with wealth.  Allison also discusses her path toward financial independence including frugal areas of her life, giving into the (lifestyle) creep, and finally attending an in-person FI event for the first time after being in the community virtually for so many years.

                                          Be sure to check out the new GhostBed Massage Topper.  Save 50% site-wide on your new mattress, pillow, and bedding over at GhostBed (coupon code: MILEHIGHFI)

                                          Want to support our new business venture, Pets on Jets?  If so, head over to Buy Me A Coffee.

                                          Links

                                          (*Some affiliate links so we might earn a commission if you buy something)

                                          • Connect with Allison on Instagram
                                          • FinCon
                                          • “Mindy On Money” podcast
                                          • EconoMe Conference
                                          • Vicki Robin & Joe Dominguez, “Your Money or Your Life”
                                            • Kindle
                                            • Paperback
                                            • Audiobook
                                            • Audio CD
                                            • Pete Adeney/Mr. Money Mustache
                                            • Early Retirement Extreme
                                            • Brad Barrett/ChooseFI
                                            • BJ on MHFI episode 217
                                            • CampFI
                                            • Allison on Earn & Invest podcast, “How to Take Action (Live From Econome)”
                                            • Allison on ChooseFI podcast, “The Courage to Take Action | EconoMe LIVE with Doc G | Ep 488”
                                            • Jordan Grumet/Doc G
                                            • Mile High FI Facebook Group
                                            • Doug’s site
                                            • Carl’s blog: 1500 Days
                                            • —

                                              Join the Mile High FI Club – It’s our email list!

                                              Get MHFi Merch – It helps support the show. Get t-shirts & more

                                              **Disclaimer: The podcast is for informational purposes. Maybe entertainment but we won’t even make such a claim. You shouldn’t take the info as financial, legal, or tax advice. We aren’t certified financial planners or advisors. We’re not qualified for much. So get advice from professionals.**

                                              Brought To You By:

                                              The Doug Show, aka Affiliate Marketing & Side Hustles

                                              1500 Days, Carl’s Blog about Early Retirement

                                              0:00 Introduction

                                              3:12 Life as a nanny for the wealthy

                                              9:22 Insights on wealth & happiness

                                              13:11 Sunk cost fallacy

                                              20:28 Contemplating life with 100X current net worth

                                              27:19 Discovering Financial Independence

                                              37:35 Areas of frugality

                                              42:58 Giving in to the (lifestyle) creep

                                              49:22 Attending first FI events

                                              55:19 FI in real-life

                                              1:05:13 The perfect day

                                              1:09:47 Soundcheck – Gray blobs

                                              Do you like the podcast and want to support the show?  Follow the links to find out how:
                                              https://buymeacoffee.com/milehighfi

                                              Get MHFi Merch – It helps support the show. Get t-shirts & more

                                              **Disclaimer: The podcast is for informational purposes. Maybe entertainment but we won't even make such a claim. You shouldn't take the info as financial, legal, or tax advice. We aren't certified financial planners or advisors. We're not qualified for much. So get advice from professionals.**

                                              1 hr 13 min
                                            • Why I Quit My High-Paying Engineering Job - Vivi | MHFI 219

                                              Doug and Carl chat with Vivi Ton who shares her bold decision to leave a stable career as an aerospace engineer to pursue her true passion in graphic design.  Vivi discusses entrepreneurship & her work with Personal Finance Club, her experiences with mental health & therapy, navigating the societal pressures of leaving a high-paying job, and offers insight into the importance of finding work-life balance.

                                              Note: This is a rebroadcast of MHFI episode 054.

                                              Save 50% site-wide on your new mattress, pillow, and bedding over at GhostBed (coupon code: MILEHIGHFI)

                                              Use coupon code MILEHIGHFI which is good for 20% off any Personal Finance Club products – individual courses or the bundle.  (Affiliate so we might earn a commission)

                                              Want to help us quit our job as podcasters?  Support us at Buy Me A Coffee so we can finally stop.

                                              Links

                                              • Connect with Vivi on Instagram
                                              • Personal Finance Club
                                                • Website
                                                • Instagram
                                                • Courses
                                                • Jeremy Schneider on MHFI episode 122
                                                • Nectarine, Advice-Only Financial Advisors
                                                • Amberly Grant:
                                                  • FinTalks
                                                  • “Jump In Feet First” Podcast
                                                  • Vivi on “Jump In Feet First” Podcast episode 1
                                                  • Mark’s Money Mind Podcast
                                                  • Doug’s Podcast Accelerator
                                                  • Pete Adeney/Mr. Money Mustache
                                                  • EconoMe Conference
                                                  • Mile High FI Facebook Group
                                                  • Doug’s site
                                                  • Carl’s blog: 1500 Days
                                                  • —

                                                    Join the Mile High FI Club – It’s our email list!

                                                    Get MHFi Merch – It helps support the show. Get t-shirts & more

                                                    **Disclaimer: The podcast is for informational purposes. Maybe entertainment but we won’t even make such a claim. You shouldn’t take the info as financial, legal, or tax advice. We aren’t certified financial planners or advisors. We’re not qualified for much. So get advice from professionals.**

                                                    Brought To You By:

                                                    The Doug Show, aka Affiliate Marketing & Side Hustles

                                                    1500 Days, Carl’s Blog about Early Retirement

                                                    0:00 Introduction

                                                    4:49 Quitting engineering

                                                    10:52 Sunk cost & transitioning to graphic design

                                                    16:42 Entrepreneurship & identity

                                                    26:30 Reflections on changing careers

                                                    33:07 Therapy and personal growth

                                                    38:47 Discovering Financial Independence

                                                    43:41 Losing youth

                                                    50:49 Travel & social media

                                                    56:22 The perfect day

                                                    1:02:45 Soundcheck – Guilty pleasure music

                                                    Do you like the podcast and want to support the show?  Follow the links to find out how:
                                                    https://buymeacoffee.com/milehighfi

                                                    Get MHFi Merch – It helps support the show. Get t-shirts & more

                                                    **Disclaimer: The podcast is for informational purposes. Maybe entertainment but we won't even make such a claim. You shouldn't take the info as financial, legal, or tax advice. We aren't certified financial planners or advisors. We're not qualified for much. So get advice from professionals.**

                                                    1 hr 6 min
                                                  • Lazy Book Update & Google is Bad Now | MHFI 218

                                                    Doug and Carl catch up briefly on a potpourri of personal topics including challenges of managing time, updates with the lazy book, fitness updates, and upcoming summer plans.  They also discuss changes in Google search, the impact of AI on search results, and the current state of SEO.

                                                    Save 50% site-wide on your new mattress, pillow, and bedding over at GhostBed (coupon code: MILEHIGHFI)

                                                    Feel bad that Carl and his kids are missing door knobs?  Support us at Buy Me A Coffee so he can afford new ones.

                                                    Links

                                                    • Hoffman Process
                                                    • “Mindy On Money” podcast
                                                    • Doug’s other channel, “Niche Site Project”
                                                    • “Omnibus” podcast
                                                    • Google search:
                                                      • Doug Cunnington, “Google Publisher Success Stories vs Google Search”
                                                      • Omnibus podcast, “Kim’s Video (Entry 687.MT0542)”, Google discussion at 56:39
                                                      • Edward Zitron, Where’s Your Ed At?, “The Man Who Killed Google Search”
                                                      • The Verge, “Google is getting even worse for independent sites”
                                                      • Brad Barrett/ChooseFI
                                                      • CampFI
                                                      • Physician on FIRE
                                                      • Ramit Sethi
                                                      • Mile High FI Facebook Group
                                                      • Doug’s site
                                                      • Carl’s blog: 1500 Days
                                                      • —

                                                        Join the Mile High FI Club – It’s our email list!

                                                        Get MHFi Merch – It helps support the show. Get t-shirts & more

                                                        **Disclaimer: The podcast is for informational purposes. Maybe entertainment but we won’t even make such a claim. You shouldn’t take the info as financial, legal, or tax advice. We aren’t certified financial planners or advisors. We’re not qualified for much. So get advice from professionals.**

                                                        Brought To You By:

                                                        The Doug Show, aka Affiliate Marketing & Side Hustles

                                                        1500 Days, Carl’s Blog about Early Retirement

                                                        0:00 Introduction

                                                        1:05 Not enough time

                                                        3:55 Lazy book update

                                                        6:02 Changes to Google search

                                                        14:00 Mini-fitness updates

                                                        19:27 Summer plans

                                                        27:35 Soundcheck – Never-ending projects

                                                        Do you like the podcast and want to support the show?  Follow the links to find out how:
                                                        https://buymeacoffee.com/milehighfi

                                                        Get MHFi Merch – It helps support the show. Get t-shirts & more

                                                        **Disclaimer: The podcast is for informational purposes. Maybe entertainment but we won't even make such a claim. You shouldn't take the info as financial, legal, or tax advice. We aren't certified financial planners or advisors. We're not qualified for much. So get advice from professionals.**

                                                        33 min
                                                      • Military Path to Financial Freedom - B.J. | MHFI 217

                                                        Doug and Carl chat with Air Force veteran & physician B.J., who shares his journey toward Financial Independence and life beyond material success.  B.J. discusses how military benefits like pensions & healthcare can pave the way to financial success, the personal growth he experienced after achieving FI, and the pursuit of deeper happiness beyond owning dream items such as a Lamborghini.  Post-military retirement, B.J. emphasizes the importance of giving back to the community and explores his decision to continue working, motivated by a desire to serve others.

                                                        Save 50% site-wide on your new mattress, pillow, and bedding over at GhostBed (coupon code: MILEHIGHFI)

                                                        Are you looking to explore the “squishy stuff” but don’t know where to start?  Come over & start your research at Buy Me A Coffee, perhaps we can help.

                                                        *Some affiliate links so we might earn a commission if you buy something.

                                                        Links

                                                        (*Some affiliate links so we might earn a commission if you buy something)

                                                        • EconoMe Conference
                                                        • Diania Merriam
                                                        • “Playing with Fire” movie
                                                        • Bill Perkins, “Die With Zero”
                                                          • Kindle
                                                          • Hardcover
                                                          • Paperback
                                                          • Audiobook
                                                          • CampFI
                                                          • FinCon
                                                          • Elizabeth on MHFI Episode 212
                                                          • Jordan Grumet/Doc G
                                                          • Jordan Grumet, “Taking Stock”
                                                            • Kindle
                                                            • Paperback
                                                            • Audiobook
                                                            • Audio CD
                                                            • Bronnie Ware, “Top Five Regrets of the Dying”
                                                              • Kindle
                                                              • Hardcover
                                                              • Paperback
                                                              • Audiobook
                                                              • David Brooks, “The Second Mountain”
                                                                • Kindle
                                                                • Hardcover
                                                                • Paperback
                                                                • Audiobook
                                                                • Bill Yount & Jackie Cummings Koski/Catching Up To FI
                                                                • Dave Ramsey
                                                                • Military Dollar
                                                                • Doug Nordman/Military Financial Independence
                                                                • Doug Nordman, “The Military Guide to Financial Independence and Retirement”
                                                                  • Kindle
                                                                  • Paperback
                                                                  • Chris Hutchins
                                                                  • Jackie Cummings Koski/FInomenal Woman
                                                                  • Kiersten Saunders/rich & REGULAR
                                                                  • Mile High FI Facebook Group
                                                                  • Doug’s site
                                                                  • Carl’s blog: 1500 Days
                                                                  • —

                                                                    Join the Mile High FI Club – It’s our email list!

                                                                    Get MHFi Merch – It helps support the show. Get t-shirts & more

                                                                    **Disclaimer: The podcast is for informational purposes. Maybe entertainment but we won’t even make such a claim. You shouldn’t take the info as financial, legal, or tax advice. We aren’t certified financial planners or advisors. We’re not qualified for much. So get advice from professionals.**

                                                                    Brought To You By:

                                                                    The Doug Show, aka Affiliate Marketing & Side Hustles

                                                                    1500 Days, Carl’s Blog about Early Retirement

                                                                    0:00 Introduction

                                                                    5:18 Overcoming sunk cost fallacy

                                                                    13:01 Military benefits

                                                                    22:21 Living life & financial reflections

                                                                    28:41 Community, connection, & finding fulfillment

                                                                    32:41 The dream purchase

                                                                    42:46 Reflecting on achievements & what truly matters

                                                                    53:34 Additional military benefits

                                                                    58:58 Financial literacy & education

                                                                    1:04:55 Creating a life you want to live

                                                                    1:14:39 Working on self, making a difference & squishy stuff

                                                                    1:21:38 The perfect day

                                                                    1:30:02 Soundcheck – Workouts

                                                                    Do you like the podcast and want to support the show?  Follow the links to find out how:
                                                                    https://buymeacoffee.com/milehighfi

                                                                    Get MHFi Merch – It helps support the show. Get t-shirts & more

                                                                    **Disclaimer: The podcast is for informational purposes. Maybe entertainment but we won't even make such a claim. You shouldn't take the info as financial, legal, or tax advice. We aren't certified financial planners or advisors. We're not qualified for much. So get advice from professionals.**

                                                                    1 hr 34 min
                                                                  • Millionaires Think They're Middle Class?? - Amberly Grant | MHFI 216

                                                                    Doug and Amberly explore the intriguing reasons why many millionaires consider themselves middle class.  They discuss the technical definitions of financial classes vs. the challenging societal definitions of these same classes, how both of these relate to their own views, and the psychology of wealth & self-perception among financially successful individuals.

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                                                                    Still confused by all these definitions of middle class?  If so, help us fund our own surveys & research by heading over to Buy Me A Coffee

                                                                    Links

                                                                    • Doug’s Podcast Accelerator
                                                                    • Connect with Amberly:
                                                                      • AmberlyGrant.com
                                                                      • FinTalks
                                                                      • Instagram
                                                                      • Facebook
                                                                      • “Jump In Feet First” podcast
                                                                      • Amberly on CNBC Make It
                                                                      • Doug & Amberly discuss “failing” FI on MHFI episode 174
                                                                      • Erin Talks Money YouTube
                                                                      • Erin Talks Money, “Reality of the Middle Class Millionaire”
                                                                      • Yahoo Finance/Insider Monkey, “15 Reasons Why Millionaires Think They’re Middle Class”
                                                                      • “Millionaires Share Practical Financial Tips in New Research from Ameriprise Financial”
                                                                      • Doug & Carl discuss feeling wealthy & rich on MHFI episode 203
                                                                      • Thomas Stanley & William Danko, “Millionaire Next Door”
                                                                        • Kindle
                                                                        • Hardcover
                                                                        • Paperback
                                                                        • Audiobook
                                                                        • Investopedia Definitions:
                                                                          • “Middle Class: Definition and Characteristics”
                                                                          • “Working Class Explained: Definition, Compensation, Job Examples”
                                                                          • “Upper Class: Definition, Salary, Example, and Other Social Classes”
                                                                          • United States Census Bureau
                                                                            • “Wealth, Asset Ownership, & Debt of Households Detailed Tables: 2021”
                                                                            • “Income in the United States: 2022”
                                                                            • David Chilton, “The Wealthy Barber”
                                                                              • Paperback
                                                                              • EconoMe Conference
                                                                              • Morgan Housel
                                                                              • Ramit Sethi
                                                                              • Mark’s Money Mind Podcast
                                                                              • Mile High FI Facebook Group
                                                                              • Doug’s site
                                                                              • Carl’s blog: 1500 Days
                                                                              • —

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                                                                                **Disclaimer: The podcast is for informational purposes. Maybe entertainment but we won’t even make such a claim. You shouldn’t take the info as financial, legal, or tax advice. We aren’t certified financial planners or advisors. We’re not qualified for much. So get advice from professionals.**

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                                                                                1500 Days, Carl’s Blog about Early Retirement

                                                                                0:00 Introduction

                                                                                3:26 Millionaire net worth profiles

                                                                                7:54 Interpreting survey results

                                                                                13:41 Defining classes by income

                                                                                24:07 Defining classes by net worth

                                                                                30:27 The shrinking middle class

                                                                                37:40 Why millionaires feel middle class

                                                                                46:50 Millionaires’ mindset & class identity

                                                                                55:53 Comparison is the thief of joy

                                                                                1:01:22 Rich or wealthy

                                                                                1:07:45 Amberly’s podcast, “Jump In Feet First”

                                                                                1:16:06 Soundcheck – Catching up

                                                                                Do you like the podcast and want to support the show?  Follow the links to find out how:
                                                                                https://buymeacoffee.com/milehighfi

                                                                                Get MHFi Merch – It helps support the show. Get t-shirts & more

                                                                                **Disclaimer: The podcast is for informational purposes. Maybe entertainment but we won't even make such a claim. You shouldn't take the info as financial, legal, or tax advice. We aren't certified financial planners or advisors. We're not qualified for much. So get advice from professionals.**

                                                                                1 hr 20 min
                                                                              • Should I Quit My Corporate Job & Mailbag | MHFI 215

                                                                                Doug and Carl work through a case study from listener Frank and also answer questions from the Facebook mailbag.

                                                                                • Frank – Has a stressful, yet well paying job.  Should he stay at his current job, which he doesn’t like so much, or move on to something else that he’s been contemplating for a while?
                                                                                • Rich
                                                                                  • What does a typical daily meal and snack look like?  If you had to change it up, what would you do to make it more ideal?
                                                                                  • What are a couple of key takeaways that you have learned by chatting with other FIRE folks that you are trying to instill in your life?
                                                                                  • If you had a second home, what city or state would it be in and why?
                                                                                  • Paddy – Carl has built an Allan Block retaining wall; would he do this again or hire out?  If so, any tips?
                                                                                  • John – Who wins in a footrace – Doug or Carl?
                                                                                  • Save 50% site-wide on your new mattress, pillow, and bedding over at GhostBed (coupon code: MILEHIGHFI)

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                                                                                    Links

                                                                                    • Mile High FI Facebook Group
                                                                                    • Doug’s Podcast Accelerator
                                                                                    • Tim Ferriss
                                                                                    • Pete Adeney/Mr. Money Mustache
                                                                                    • David Baughier on MHFI episode 138
                                                                                    • CampFI
                                                                                    • EconoMe Conference
                                                                                    • Bill Perkins, “Die With Zero”
                                                                                      • Kindle
                                                                                      • Hardcover
                                                                                      • Paperback
                                                                                      • Audiobook
                                                                                      • Mark’s Money Mind Podcast
                                                                                      • Jason’s Podcast, “Digital Downshift”
                                                                                      • Amberly Grant’s Podcast, “Jump In Feet First”
                                                                                      • Brad Barrett/ChooseFI
                                                                                      • Jordan Grumet/Earn & Invest podcast
                                                                                      • JL Collins
                                                                                      • Hoffman Process
                                                                                      •  Doug’s site
                                                                                      • Carl’s blog: 1500 Days
                                                                                      • —

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                                                                                        Get MHFi Merch – It helps support the show. Get t-shirts & more

                                                                                        **Disclaimer: The podcast is for informational purposes. Maybe entertainment but we won’t even make such a claim. You shouldn’t take the info as financial, legal, or tax advice. We aren’t certified financial planners or advisors. We’re not qualified for much. So get advice from professionals.**

                                                                                        Brought To You By:

                                                                                        The Doug Show, aka Affiliate Marketing & Side Hustles

                                                                                        1500 Days, Carl’s Blog about Early Retirement

                                                                                        0:00 Introduction

                                                                                        2:02 Frank’s case study summary

                                                                                        8:35 Leaving the job vs. phoning it in

                                                                                        15:56 Contract work or entrepreneurship

                                                                                        21:43 Question – What is a typical daily meal or snack?

                                                                                        30:13 Vacation eating & summer plans

                                                                                        36:13 Question – Key takeaways from other FIRE folks?

                                                                                        45:48 Question – Location of a second home?

                                                                                        50:07 Question – Tips for building a retaining wall

                                                                                        53:29 Question – Who wins in a footrace?

                                                                                        58:58 Soundcheck – Hoffman Process incident

                                                                                        Do you like the podcast and want to support the show?  Follow the links to find out how:
                                                                                        https://buymeacoffee.com/milehighfi

                                                                                        Get MHFi Merch – It helps support the show. Get t-shirts & more

                                                                                        **Disclaimer: The podcast is for informational purposes. Maybe entertainment but we won't even make such a claim. You shouldn't take the info as financial, legal, or tax advice. We aren't certified financial planners or advisors. We're not qualified for much. So get advice from professionals.**

                                                                                        1 hr 3 min

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