The Stacking Benjamins Show

The Basics of Financial Independence, Retire Early (FIRE) with Jackie Cummings Koski (SB1610)


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Are you ready to take control of your finances and make this holiday season the year you avoid debt traps? Today, we're diving into the inspiring story of Jackie Cummings Koski, co-host of the Catching Up to FI podcast. Jackie’s journey—from a divorce that sparked her financial awakening to achieving FIRE (Financial Independence, Retire Early)—is packed with lessons you can use to stack your Benjamins and live life on your terms.

What You’ll Learn Today:

  • How to develop a saving habit that lasts.
  • The key steps Jackie took to overcome financial fears and invest wisely.
  • Tips for navigating holiday spending without breaking the bank.
  • Jackie also shares actionable strategies for building a financial dashboard, exploring side hustles, and embracing flexibility in your work and life. Whether you're just starting or looking to fine-tune your financial game, this episode is packed with advice to help you move forward with confidence.

    Episode Highlights:

    • Struggling to get back to work after a holiday weekend? We’ve all been there!
    • Jackie’s journey: From financial wake-up call to achieving FIRE success.
    • Overcoming fears, gaining confidence, and investing smarter.
    • Building a financial dashboard to track your progress.
    • Smart holiday spending tips to keep your budget intact.
    • Trivia Fun:

      How much do people typically overspend during the holidays? Join Joe, OG, and Doug as they tackle this question in our trivia segment, with plenty of laughs and surprises along the way.

      Don’t Miss This Episode If:

      You’re looking for inspiration, actionable advice, and practical tips to master your money, avoid holiday debt, and build the financial independence you’ve always dreamed of.

      Resources from This Episode:

      • Jackie Cummings Koski’s Catching Up to FI Podcast
      • Stacking Benjamins Workplace Benefits Guide
      • Join the Basement Facebook Group for Tips and Community Fun
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        FULL SHOW NOTES: https://stackingbenjamins.com/FIRE-basics-with-jackie-cummings-koski-1610

        Deeper dives with curated links, topics, and discussions are in our newsletter, The 201, available at https://www.stackingbenjamins.com/201

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