Mile High FI Podcast

Humans spend a lot of money on transportation, especially personal vehicles. In this episode, Doug and Carl discuss their cars and associated expenses. Carl thinks he’s frugal and is surprised by how much he has spent. They also discuss the new versus used debate, how Doug got a great deal on a car, and the future of transportation.

★ Let’s hang out at the EconoMe Conference! ★

Carl is speaking at EconoMe and you can save 10% by using this coupon code: 1500

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Do you like the podcast and want to support the show?  Follow the links to find out how:
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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.**

Will a life of FIRE lead to happiness? Maybe.

But it’s not what you think. In this episode, Carl and Doug talk about what makes humans happy, how FIRE will (or will not lead to happiness), and the tumultuous tale of an early retiree.

★ Let’s hang out at the EconoMe Conference! ★

Carl is speaking at EconoMe and you can save 10% by using this coupon code: 1500

*Affiliate link so we get a commission if you buy something.

Do you like the podcast and want to support the show?  Follow the links to find out how:
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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.**

The FIRE Movement is fraught with misunderstanding and confusion. In this episode, Carl and Doug talk about some of the misconceptions around FIRE.

★ Let’s hang out at the EconoMe Conference! ★

Carl is speaking at EconoMe and you can save 10% by using this coupon code: 1500

*Affiliate link so we get a commission if you buy something.

**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.**

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

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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.**

In this episode, Doug and Carl interview Mindy Jensen, Carl’s wife! Mindy and Carl talk about their first date, Carl’s unhealthy obsession with coupons, how to find a FIREy spouse, venereal diseases, and much more.

Check out Mindy’s new book, First Time Home Buyer (co-written with Scott Trench). Or her other book, How to Sell Your Home.

Connect with Mindy Jensen

★ Let’s hang out at the EconoMe Conference! ★

Carl is speaking at EconoMe and you can save 10% by using this coupon code: 1500

*Affiliate link so we get a commission if you buy something.

Resources:

Do you like the podcast and want to support the show?  Follow the links to find out how:
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Get MHFi Merch – It helps support the show. Get t-shirts & more

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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.**

Few topics in the FIRE community are more controversial than the 4% Rule. In this episode, Carl and Doug discuss the history of the 4% Rule, why the rule is great, why it sucks and how you should apply it to your own journey.

Resources:

★ Let’s hang out at the EconoMe Conference! ★

Carl is speaking at EconoMe and you can save 10% by using this coupon code: 1500

*Affiliate link so we get a commission if you buy something.

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

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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.**

Carl and Doug interview JL Collins, author of the best-selling book, The Simple Path To Wealth.

You’ll learn how JL came to love index funds and why they’re so effective. JL shares an announcement for the first time ever.

Doug and Carl also talk about their plans for The Simple Path To Wealth musical and what kind of pizza JL prefers.

★ Let’s hang out at the EconoMe Conference! ★

Carl is speaking at EconoMe and you can save 10% by using this coupon code: 1500

*Affiliate link so we get a commission if you buy something.

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

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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.**

Carl and Doug talk about working with each other and why they’re doing the podcast.

Carl mentions a rowing machine from Amazon…though any model will do.

Doug was reading a Keith McCafferty book.

We record on a Zoom Podtrack P4.

★ Let’s hang out at the EconoMe Conference! ★

Carl is speaking at EconoMe and you can save 10% by using this coupon code: 1500

*Affiliate link so we get a commission if you buy something.

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

[email protected]

**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.**