ESI of ESI Money compares and contrasts spending less and earning more.
 Episode 1331: Spending Less Versus Earning More by ESI of ESI Money on Growing the Wealth Gap & Early Retirement
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Episode 2696:
Andy Hill from MarriageKidsAndMoney.com shares transformative strategies for achieving mortgage freedom in just five years on a $500,000 home. Through a blend of income-increasing tactics, budgeting mastery, and mindful spending, Hill outlines a roadmap to financial liberation that's both inspirational and practical.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://marriagekidsandmoney.com/how-to-pay-off-your-mortgage-early-in-10-not-so-easy-steps
Quotes to ponder:
"It’s truly amazing how much STUFF we accumulated in our house that we didn’t need or didn’t bring us joy. Turn the trash into cash, right?"
"The budget we create together is a 'zero-based budget'. This means that every dollar we have has a job."
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2696: [Part 2] We’re Mortgage Free! Our 10 Steps to Get a $500,000 Paid Off House in 5 Years by Andy Hill of Marriage Kids and Money

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Episode number: 2695
Andy Hill shares his triumphant journey to financial freedom in "We’re Mortgage Free! Our 10 Steps to Get a $500,000 Paid Off House in 5 Years" on MarriageKidsAndMoney.com. With a combination of strategic planning, family teamwork, and intentional living, Andy and his wife Nicole have not only freed themselves from the burden of a mortgage but have also laid down a legacy of debt-free living for their children, showcasing the power of financial independence and the joy it brings.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://marriagekidsandmoney.com/how-to-pay-off-your-mortgage-early-in-10-not-so-easy-steps
Quotes to ponder:
"After years of focus and partnership with my wife Nicole, we’re mortgage-free and thrilled about the future ahead of us."
"We were intentional, determined, and ready to do something incredible for our family."
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2695: [Part 1] We’re Mortgage Free! Our 10 Steps to Get a $500,000 Paid Off House in 5 Years by Andy Hill of Marriage Kids and Money

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Episode 2694:
Laura Gariepy, through her collaboration with WomenWhoMoney.com, offers practical and actionable strategies for individuals dealing with the complexities of budgeting on a variable income. Her guidance illuminates a path toward financial stability by focusing on essential expenses, optimizing savings, and strategic account management, proving that with the right approach, managing fluctuating finances can lead to successful budgeting and peace of mind.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://womenwhomoney.com/budget-variable-income/
Quotes to ponder:
"Successful use of a budget gets your money working for you so you can attain your financial goals."
"Improperly managed variable income can lead to severe financial stress. However, by working through the steps in this article, you can find stability using a budget."
"Knowing both your real bottom line or threshold and your preferred bottom line will establish (and maintain) financial priorities."
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2694: How Do I Budget with a Variable Income? by Laura Gariepy of Women Who Money on Personal Financial Planning

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Episode 2693:
Jacob Lund Fisker of EarlyRetirementExtreme.com guides us through the delicate process of aligning your partner with your frugal lifestyle and early retirement dreams. He offers practical tips on leading by example, demonstrating the benefits through your actions, and smartly navigating conversations to inspire a mutual journey toward financial independence.
Read along with the original article(s) here: http://earlyretirementextreme.com/how-do-i-get-my-spouse-to-go-along-with-my-frugal-plans.html
Quotes to ponder:
"The first and most important thing is that a person sounds a whole lot smarter and more intelligent when you agree with what the person is saying."
"Most people (and especially children) will follow your example rather than your suggestions."
"If you want your spouse to adopt some change, another thing to try is to find something they are familiar with."
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2693: How Do I Get My Spouse To Go Along With My Frugal Plans? By Jacob Lund Fisker on Marriage & Financial Planning

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Episode 2692:
Paula Pant from AffordAnything.com shares her journey from celebrating a 77% savings rate to realizing its limited value in achieving financial freedom. Through a detailed analysis, she illustrates the importance of distinguishing between savings for deferred spending and investing for wealth growth, urging readers to focus on investing rates over savings rates for true financial independence.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://affordanything.com/77-savings-rate-means-nothing/
Quotes to ponder:
"Savings is money that you’re setting aside for the future. Which means that “savings” is deferred spending."
"Savings won’t bring you financial freedom. Investing will."
“Investing,” on the other hand, allows you to supercharge your net worth."
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1331: Spending Less Versus Earning More by ESI of ESI Money on Growing the Wealth Gap & Early Retirement

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