Listen in as Yana and Matt break down each "flavor" of FIRE, discussing their unique characteristics, benefits, and the transitions between them.
Whether you're just starting on your financial independence path or looking to deepen your understanding of advanced FI concepts, this episode is packed with insights and practical advice.
Plus, hear about Matt's recent experience at FinCon and the vibrant community of financial enthusiasts he connected with.
Ready to explore the roadmap to financial freedom and beyond? Let's get started!
CHAPTERS
0:00 Intro
1:15 CoastFI: The First Taste of Freedom!
3:43 Barista FI: Coffee, Healthcare, and a Larger Cup of Financial Freedom!
7:21 LeanFI: Creative Living with Minimalism!
9:15 Crisis-Proof Your Finances: Bonds, Savings, and Flexibility!
14:00 FIRE, Chubby FIRE, and “FI Folk” Winning the Financial Game!
16:15 FatFIRE: The High-Life of Financial Independence!
18:43 The Heart of FIRE: Gratitude Over Consumerism!
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
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Contact us: info@coastficouple.com
DISCLAIMER:
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