In today's episode, we're sharing some of our personal experiences and mindset shifts on our journey to CoastFI. We'll reflect on how we balanced our goals and frugality to create a harmonious financial plan.
We'll touch on the role therapy played in enhancing our overall communication, how educational resources like podcasts helped us, and the importance of starting early and staying consistent with savings. We'll also tackle common objections, like the notion that achieving financial independence is "too hard," and debunk the myth that you need a high salary to pursue Financial Independence.
Whether you're a seasoned FIRE enthusiast or just starting to explore, there's something here for everyone. Let's get started!
TOOLS WE LOVE AND USE:
*Budgeting* : Qube Money (https://bit.ly/Coast_Qube) — This is the tool that simplifies everything for us and gives us full control of our money. You will love it. Use the code “COAST” to get 2-months off the Premium or Family plan when you create an account.
*Coast FIRE Calculator* : BackofNapkin.co (https://bit.ly/backofnapikin_CoastFI) — Our new favorite tool for determining when you can stop saving for retirement.
*Net Worth Tracking* : Empower Personal Dashboard (https://bit.ly/4eI9CZs)
*HSA Expense Tracker* : (https://bit.ly/HSATracker) — We document our healthcare expenses so we can tap our HSA at anytime without penalty. Here is the tool we use.
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CONNECT WITH US:
Website: https://coastficouple.com
Instagram: @coastficouple (https://bit.ly/4dIzhB1)
Contact us: info@coastficouple.com
DISCLAIMER:
Heads up, friends! This show might include affiliate links or partnerships where we earn a little something—whether it’s cash, commissions, or cool products. Rest assured, the opinions here are 100% ours and not influenced, reviewed, or approved by advertisers. Remember, we’re here to entertain and share our journey, not to give professional advice. For the serious stuff, consult a pro!
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