Most people focus only on 401(k)s or IRAs… but they’re missing one of the best retirement accounts out there: the HSA.Here’s why it’s so powerful:👉🏾 Contributions are tax-deductible👉🏾 Growth is tax-free👉🏾 Withdrawals for qualified medical expenses are tax-free👉🏾 And after age 65, it works like a traditional IRA — so you can use it for any expense!Used correctly, an HSA can grow into a six-figure account that saves you thousands in taxes and supercharges your FIRE journey.📌 Save this video — Financial Independence Explained. #investing #financialfreedom ▸▸▸Enroll in our 365 Days to FIRE Program: https://www.365daystofire.com/ Our 365 Days to FIRE Program is your step-by-step guide to achieving financial independence and retiring early. Over the course of the program, you’ll learn how to build your FIRE plan, optimize your savings rate, invest in the stock market for long-term growth, and create multiple income streams. Plus, you’ll get tickets to attend our in-person meetups and 2-Day Conference in Portugal. Join us today! https://www.365daystofire.com/▸▸▸Enroll in our Stock Market Investing Course for Financial Independence and Retiring Early: https://www.ourrichjourney.com/investingforfire Enroll in our new 21 module, 4-plus hour stock market investing course with more than 30 handouts of summary notes, homework assignments, and resources. Learn how to research and select investments, how to determine your asset allocation, how to rebalance your portfolio, how to optimize your investments for tax purposes, how to automate your investments, and much more (including a 19-page Investment Plan to work on)! ▸▸▸Enroll in our FIRE Master Class: https://www.ourrichjourney.com/firemasterclass This FIRE Master Class is designed for people interested in pursuing financial independence and retiring early. In the Master Class, we explain how to live off of your investments during early retirement; how to withdraw money from your investment accounts to support your living expenses during retirement; how to calculate your FIRE number; new and creative ways that you can save money; new side hustles for making money; how to invest in the stock market and in real estate; we discuss healthcare options in retirement . . . and MORE! ▸▸▸Enroll in our How to Move to Portugal Course: A Step-By-Step Course to Relocating and Living in Portugal: https://www.ourrichjourney.com/movingtoportugal This course is designed for people interested in moving to Portugal. In the course, we explain the visa process, the documents you need to submit for your application, and the step-by-step process that we took to obtain our visas; we explain the residency permit process and how we obtained our residence permit here in Portugal; we explain the process for buying and renting a house in Portugal; we discuss healthcare, school options, and setting up NIFs, we explain taxes here in Portugal, and MORE!▸▸▸PLEASE SUBSCRIBE:DISCLAIMER:We are not financial advisors. Our videos are for educational purposes only and merely cite our own personal opinions. In order to make the best financial decision that suits your own needs, you must conduct your own research and seek the advice of a licensed financial advisor if necessary. Know that all investments involve some form of risk and there is no guarantee that you will be successful in making, saving, or investing money; nor is there any guarantee that you won't experience any loss when investing. Always remember to make smart decisions and do your own research!AFFILIATE DISCLOSURE: Some of the links on this channel are affiliate links, meaning, at no additional cost to you, we may earn a commission if you click through and make a purchase and/or subscribe. However, this does not impact our personal opinions.#FinancialFreedom #HowToRetireEarly #FinancialIndependenceRetireEarly
Most people stick to the old 50/30/20 budgeting rule — 50% to needs, 30% to wants, and 20% to savings. But if your goal is financial independence and retiring early, that won’t cut it.Instead, flip the script:👉🏾 Focus on saving and investing the majority of your income👉🏾 Keep your lifestyle steady even as your income grows👉🏾 Build wealth faster by prioritizing what really mattersThis is how we retired early — not by following tradition, but by rewriting the rules.📌 Save this video — Financial Independence Explained. #investing #financialfreedom▸▸▸Enroll in our 365 Days to FIRE Program: https://www.365daystofire.com/ Our 365 Days to FIRE Program is your step-by-step guide to achieving financial independence and retiring early. Over the course of the program, you’ll learn how to build your FIRE plan, optimize your savings rate, invest in the stock market for long-term growth, and create multiple income streams. Plus, you’ll get tickets to attend our in-person meetups and 2-Day Conference in Portugal. Join us today! https://www.365daystofire.com/▸▸▸Enroll in our Stock Market Investing Course for Financial Independence and Retiring Early: https://www.ourrichjourney.com/investingforfire Enroll in our new 21 module, 4-plus hour stock market investing course with more than 30 handouts of summary notes, homework assignments, and resources. Learn how to research and select investments, how to determine your asset allocation, how to rebalance your portfolio, how to optimize your investments for tax purposes, how to automate your investments, and much more (including a 19-page Investment Plan to work on)! ▸▸▸Enroll in our FIRE Master Class: https://www.ourrichjourney.com/firemasterclass This FIRE Master Class is designed for people interested in pursuing financial independence and retiring early. In the Master Class, we explain how to live off of your investments during early retirement; how to withdraw money from your investment accounts to support your living expenses during retirement; how to calculate your FIRE number; new and creative ways that you can save money; new side hustles for making money; how to invest in the stock market and in real estate; we discuss healthcare options in retirement . . . and MORE! ▸▸▸Enroll in our How to Move to Portugal Course: A Step-By-Step Course to Relocating and Living in Portugal: https://www.ourrichjourney.com/movingtoportugal This course is designed for people interested in moving to Portugal. In the course, we explain the visa process, the documents you need to submit for your application, and the step-by-step process that we took to obtain our visas; we explain the residency permit process and how we obtained our residence permit here in Portugal; we explain the process for buying and renting a house in Portugal; we discuss healthcare, school options, and setting up NIFs, we explain taxes here in Portugal, and MORE!▸▸▸PLEASE SUBSCRIBE:DISCLAIMER:We are not financial advisors. Our videos are for educational purposes only and merely cite our own personal opinions. In order to make the best financial decision that suits your own needs, you must conduct your own research and seek the advice of a licensed financial advisor if necessary. Know that all investments involve some form of risk and there is no guarantee that you will be successful in making, saving, or investing money; nor is there any guarantee that you won't experience any loss when investing. Always remember to make smart decisions and do your own research!AFFILIATE DISCLOSURE: Some of the links on this channel are affiliate links, meaning, at no additional cost to you, we may earn a commission if you click through and make a purchase and/or subscribe. However, this does not impact our personal opinions.#FinancialFreedom #HowToRetireEarly #FinancialIndependenceRetireEarly
Real estate is one of the best ways to build wealth — but here’s the thing: you don’t need tenants to do it.In this video, we break down 2 powerful real estate strategies for your FIRE plan:👉🏾 Rentals: More control, tax benefits, and cash flow — but also repairs, vacancies, and the stress of managing tenants.👉🏾 REITs: Shares in companies that own real estate (like malls, apartments, data centers) — they pay dividends, grow with the market, and don’t require fixing toilets.Both can build serious wealth. The key is choosing the path that matches your goals.📌 Save this video — Financial Independence Explained. #investing #financialfreedom ▸▸▸Enroll in our 365 Days to FIRE Program: https://www.365daystofire.com/ Our 365 Days to FIRE Program is your step-by-step guide to achieving financial independence and retiring early. Over the course of the program, you’ll learn how to build your FIRE plan, optimize your savings rate, invest in the stock market for long-term growth, and create multiple income streams. Plus, you’ll get tickets to attend our in-person meetups and 2-Day Conference in Portugal. Join us today! https://www.365daystofire.com/▸▸▸Enroll in our Stock Market Investing Course for Financial Independence and Retiring Early: https://www.ourrichjourney.com/investingforfire Enroll in our new 21 module, 4-plus hour stock market investing course with more than 30 handouts of summary notes, homework assignments, and resources. Learn how to research and select investments, how to determine your asset allocation, how to rebalance your portfolio, how to optimize your investments for tax purposes, how to automate your investments, and much more (including a 19-page Investment Plan to work on)! ▸▸▸Enroll in our FIRE Master Class: https://www.ourrichjourney.com/firemasterclass This FIRE Master Class is designed for people interested in pursuing financial independence and retiring early. In the Master Class, we explain how to live off of your investments during early retirement; how to withdraw money from your investment accounts to support your living expenses during retirement; how to calculate your FIRE number; new and creative ways that you can save money; new side hustles for making money; how to invest in the stock market and in real estate; we discuss healthcare options in retirement . . . and MORE! ▸▸▸Enroll in our How to Move to Portugal Course: A Step-By-Step Course to Relocating and Living in Portugal: https://www.ourrichjourney.com/movingtoportugal This course is designed for people interested in moving to Portugal. In the course, we explain the visa process, the documents you need to submit for your application, and the step-by-step process that we took to obtain our visas; we explain the residency permit process and how we obtained our residence permit here in Portugal; we explain the process for buying and renting a house in Portugal; we discuss healthcare, school options, and setting up NIFs, we explain taxes here in Portugal, and MORE!▸▸▸PLEASE SUBSCRIBE:DISCLAIMER:We are not financial advisors. Our videos are for educational purposes only and merely cite our own personal opinions. In order to make the best financial decision that suits your own needs, you must conduct your own research and seek the advice of a licensed financial advisor if necessary. Know that all investments involve some form of risk and there is no guarantee that you will be successful in making, saving, or investing money; nor is there any guarantee that you won't experience any loss when investing. Always remember to make smart decisions and do your own research!AFFILIATE DISCLOSURE: Some of the links on this channel are affiliate links, meaning, at no additional cost to you, we may earn a commission if you click through and make a purchase and/or subscribe. However, this does not impact our personal opinions.#FinancialFreedom #HowToRetireEarly #FinancialIndependenceRetireEarly
Should you pay off your mortgage early or invest the money instead? Let’s look at the math.👉🏾 A mortgage feels like a burden, but paying it off early usually isn’t the best financial move.👉🏾 If your interest rate is 7% or less, history shows you’ll likely come out ahead by investing.👉🏾 The stock market has averaged about 10% annually over the long term. That 10% growth beats the 7% you’d save by eliminating your mortgage.Some people still choose to pay off their mortgage early for peace of mind — and that’s okay. But if your primary goal is building wealth, the numbers point toward investing instead.📌 Save this video – Financial Independence Explained. #investing #financialfreedom ▸▸▸Enroll in our Stock Market Investing Course for Financial Independence and Retiring Early: https://www.ourrichjourney.com/investingforfire Enroll in our new 21 module, 4-plus hour stock market investing course with more than 30 handouts of summary notes, homework assignments, and resources. Learn how to research and select investments, how to determine your asset allocation, how to rebalance your portfolio, how to optimize your investments for tax purposes, how to automate your investments, and much more (including a 19-page Investment Plan to work on)! ▸▸▸Enroll in our FIRE Master Class: https://www.ourrichjourney.com/firemasterclass This FIRE Master Class is designed for people interested in pursuing financial independence and retiring early. In the Master Class, we explain how to live off of your investments during early retirement; how to withdraw money from your investment accounts to support your living expenses during retirement; how to calculate your FIRE number; new and creative ways that you can save money; new side hustles for making money; how to invest in the stock market and in real estate; we discuss healthcare options in retirement . . . and MORE! ▸▸▸Enroll in our How to Move to Portugal Course: A Step-By-Step Course to Relocating and Living in Portugal: https://www.ourrichjourney.com/movingtoportugal This course is designed for people interested in moving to Portugal. In the course, we explain the visa process, the documents you need to submit for your application, and the step-by-step process that we took to obtain our visas; we explain the residency permit process and how we obtained our residence permit here in Portugal; we explain the process for buying and renting a house in Portugal; we discuss healthcare, school options, and setting up NIFs, we explain taxes here in Portugal, and MORE!Books that have helped us on our Financial Independence Journey-----The Bogleheads' Guide to Investing: https://amzn.to/2UjEc4jThe Intelligent Investor: https://amzn.to/2MKGokhA Random Walk Down Wall Street: https://amzn.to/2zIVI8pThe Book on Rental Property Investing: https://amzn.to/2UkwgQ6Building Wealth One House at a Time: https://amzn.to/2ZJQuDW▸▸▸Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/richjourney/▸▸▸PLEASE SUBSCRIBE:DISCLAIMER:We are not financial advisors. Our videos are for educational purposes only and merely cite our own personal opinions. In order to make the best financial decision that suits your own needs, you must conduct your own research and seek the advice of a licensed financial advisor if necessary. Know that all investments involve some form of risk and there is no guarantee that you will be successful in making, saving, or investing money; nor is there any guarantee that you won't experience any loss when investing. Always remember to make smart decisions and do your own research!AFFILIATE DISCLOSURE: Some of the links on this channel are affiliate links, meaning, at no additional cost to you, we may earn a commission if you click through and make a purchase and/or subscribe. However, this does not impact our personal opinions.
Most people hear the word budget and think restriction. They picture saying no to coffee, no to fun, no to joy. But that’s not what budgeting really is.A budget is simply a plan for your money. It tells your dollars where to go instead of wondering where they went.👉🏾 For us, it meant setting aside money to invest for FIRE.👉🏾 But it also meant budgeting for travel, fun, and experiences.It’s not about cutting everything — it’s about funding the life you want and building financial independence at the same time.📌 Save this video – Financial Independence Explained. #investing #financialfreedom▸▸▸Enroll in our Stock Market Investing Course for Financial Independence and Retiring Early: https://www.ourrichjourney.com/investingforfire Enroll in our new 21 module, 4-plus hour stock market investing course with more than 30 handouts of summary notes, homework assignments, and resources. Learn how to research and select investments, how to determine your asset allocation, how to rebalance your portfolio, how to optimize your investments for tax purposes, how to automate your investments, and much more (including a 19-page Investment Plan to work on)! ▸▸▸Enroll in our FIRE Master Class: https://www.ourrichjourney.com/firemasterclass This FIRE Master Class is designed for people interested in pursuing financial independence and retiring early. In the Master Class, we explain how to live off of your investments during early retirement; how to withdraw money from your investment accounts to support your living expenses during retirement; how to calculate your FIRE number; new and creative ways that you can save money; new side hustles for making money; how to invest in the stock market and in real estate; we discuss healthcare options in retirement . . . and MORE! ▸▸▸Enroll in our How to Move to Portugal Course: A Step-By-Step Course to Relocating and Living in Portugal: https://www.ourrichjourney.com/movingtoportugal This course is designed for people interested in moving to Portugal. In the course, we explain the visa process, the documents you need to submit for your application, and the step-by-step process that we took to obtain our visas; we explain the residency permit process and how we obtained our residence permit here in Portugal; we explain the process for buying and renting a house in Portugal; we discuss healthcare, school options, and setting up NIFs, we explain taxes here in Portugal, and MORE!Books that have helped us on our Financial Independence Journey-----The Bogleheads' Guide to Investing: https://amzn.to/2UjEc4jThe Intelligent Investor: https://amzn.to/2MKGokhA Random Walk Down Wall Street: https://amzn.to/2zIVI8pThe Book on Rental Property Investing: https://amzn.to/2UkwgQ6Building Wealth One House at a Time: https://amzn.to/2ZJQuDWRich Dad Poor Dad: https://amzn.to/2ZD29IKThe Total Money Makeover: https://amzn.to/2Lc0thnThe $100 Startup: https://amzn.to/2UnBpqKFreakonomics: https://amzn.to/2HCnDeJ▸▸▸Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/richjourney/▸▸▸PLEASE SUBSCRIBE:DISCLAIMER:We are not financial advisors. Our videos are for educational purposes only and merely cite our own personal opinions. In order to make the best financial decision that suits your own needs, you must conduct your own research and seek the advice of a licensed financial advisor if necessary. Know that all investments involve some form of risk and there is no guarantee that you will be successful in making, saving, or investing money; nor is there any guarantee that you won't experience any loss when investing. Always remember to make smart decisions and do your own research!AFFILIATE DISCLOSURE: Some of the links on this channel are affiliate links, meaning, at no additional cost to you, we may earn a commission if you click through and make a purchase and/or subscribe. However, this does not impact our personal opinions.
Money doesn’t have to be complicated. In fact, millionaires know that simplicity builds wealth.Here are 3 millionaire-approved ways to simplify your finances and reduce stress:1️⃣ Consolidate accounts — so tracking and rebalancing are easy.2️⃣ Automate bills + investments — so everything happens on time, in the background.3️⃣ Use one clear system to track spending — so you always know where your money goes.Less complication. More consistency. And consistency is what builds wealth.📌 Advice from a millionaire: keep it simple, stay consistent, and let compounding do the work.📌 Save this video – Financial Independence Explained. #investing #financialfreedom ▸▸▸Enroll in our Stock Market Investing Course for Financial Independence and Retiring Early: https://www.ourrichjourney.com/investingforfire Enroll in our new 21 module, 4-plus hour stock market investing course with more than 30 handouts of summary notes, homework assignments, and resources. Learn how to research and select investments, how to determine your asset allocation, how to rebalance your portfolio, how to optimize your investments for tax purposes, how to automate your investments, and much more (including a 19-page Investment Plan to work on)! ▸▸▸Enroll in our FIRE Master Class: https://www.ourrichjourney.com/firemasterclass This FIRE Master Class is designed for people interested in pursuing financial independence and retiring early. In the Master Class, we explain how to live off of your investments during early retirement; how to withdraw money from your investment accounts to support your living expenses during retirement; how to calculate your FIRE number; new and creative ways that you can save money; new side hustles for making money; how to invest in the stock market and in real estate; we discuss healthcare options in retirement . . . and MORE! ▸▸▸Enroll in our How to Move to Portugal Course: A Step-By-Step Course to Relocating and Living in Portugal: https://www.ourrichjourney.com/movingtoportugal This course is designed for people interested in moving to Portugal. In the course, we explain the visa process, the documents you need to submit for your application, and the step-by-step process that we took to obtain our visas; we explain the residency permit process and how we obtained our residence permit here in Portugal; we explain the process for buying and renting a house in Portugal; we discuss healthcare, school options, and setting up NIFs, we explain taxes here in Portugal, and MORE!Books that have helped us on our Financial Independence Journey-----The Bogleheads' Guide to Investing: https://amzn.to/2UjEc4jThe Intelligent Investor: https://amzn.to/2MKGokhA Random Walk Down Wall Street: https://amzn.to/2zIVI8pThe Book on Rental Property Investing: https://amzn.to/2UkwgQ6Building Wealth One House at a Time: https://amzn.to/2ZJQuDWThe Total Money Makeover: https://amzn.to/2Lc0thnThe $100 Startup: https://amzn.to/2UnBpqKFreakonomics: https://amzn.to/2HCnDeJ▸▸▸Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/richjourney/▸▸▸PLEASE SUBSCRIBE:DISCLAIMER:We are not financial advisors. Our videos are for educational purposes only and merely cite our own personal opinions. In order to make the best financial decision that suits your own needs, you must conduct your own research and seek the advice of a licensed financial advisor if necessary. Know that all investments involve some form of risk and there is no guarantee that you will be successful in making, saving, or investing money; nor is there any guarantee that you won't experience any loss when investing. Always remember to make smart decisions and do your own research!AFFILIATE DISCLOSURE: Some of the links on this channel are affiliate links, meaning, at no additional cost to you, we may earn a commission if you click through and make a purchase and/or subscribe. However, this does not impact our personal opinions.
Think sales are saving you money? Here’s the truth:👉🏾 Sales are designed to get you buying things you never planned.👉🏾 That “30% off” deal feels like savings, but if it wasn’t on your list, it’s unnecessary spending.👉🏾 Discounts only help when they match something you already needed and budgeted for.The danger is mistaking impulse buys for savings just because they’re cheaper today.📌 Financial independence doesn’t come from chasing discounts — it comes from discipline and intentional choices.📌 Save this video – Financial Independence Explained. #investing #financialfreedom▸▸▸Enroll in our Stock Market Investing Course for Financial Independence and Retiring Early: https://www.ourrichjourney.com/investingforfire Enroll in our new 21 module, 4-plus hour stock market investing course with more than 30 handouts of summary notes, homework assignments, and resources. Learn how to research and select investments, how to determine your asset allocation, how to rebalance your portfolio, how to optimize your investments for tax purposes, how to automate your investments, and much more (including a 19-page Investment Plan to work on)! ▸▸▸Enroll in our FIRE Master Class: https://www.ourrichjourney.com/firemasterclass This FIRE Master Class is designed for people interested in pursuing financial independence and retiring early. In the Master Class, we explain how to live off of your investments during early retirement; how to withdraw money from your investment accounts to support your living expenses during retirement; how to calculate your FIRE number; new and creative ways that you can save money; new side hustles for making money; how to invest in the stock market and in real estate; we discuss healthcare options in retirement . . . and MORE! ▸▸▸Enroll in our How to Move to Portugal Course: A Step-By-Step Course to Relocating and Living in Portugal: https://www.ourrichjourney.com/movingtoportugal This course is designed for people interested in moving to Portugal. In the course, we explain the visa process, the documents you need to submit for your application, and the step-by-step process that we took to obtain our visas; we explain the residency permit process and how we obtained our residence permit here in Portugal; we explain the process for buying and renting a house in Portugal; we discuss healthcare, school options, and setting up NIFs, we explain taxes here in Portugal, and MORE!Books that have helped us on our Financial Independence Journey-----The Bogleheads' Guide to Investing: https://amzn.to/2UjEc4jThe Intelligent Investor: https://amzn.to/2MKGokhA Random Walk Down Wall Street: https://amzn.to/2zIVI8pThe Book on Rental Property Investing: https://amzn.to/2UkwgQ6Building Wealth One House at a Time: https://amzn.to/2ZJQuDWRich Dad Poor Dad: https://amzn.to/2ZD29IKThe Total Money Makeover: https://amzn.to/2Lc0thnThe $100 Startup: https://amzn.to/2UnBpqKFreakonomics: https://amzn.to/2HCnDeJ▸▸▸Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/richjourney/▸▸▸PLEASE SUBSCRIBE:DISCLAIMER:We are not financial advisors. Our videos are for educational purposes only and merely cite our own personal opinions. In order to make the best financial decision that suits your own needs, you must conduct your own research and seek the advice of a licensed financial advisor if necessary. Know that all investments involve some form of risk and there is no guarantee that you will be successful in making, saving, or investing money; nor is there any guarantee that you won't experience any loss when investing. Always remember to make smart decisions and do your own research!AFFILIATE DISCLOSURE: Some of the links on this channel are affiliate links, meaning, at no additional cost to you, we may earn a commission if you click through and make a purchase and/or subscribe. However, this does not impact our personal opinions.
Feeling stressed about money? You’re not alone. But the real cost of money stress isn’t just the anxiety — it’s the delay.👉🏾 Stress makes people avoid decisions.👉🏾 They put off investing.👉🏾 They avoid budgeting.👉🏾 They don’t check accounts because they’re afraid of what they’ll see.But delay has a cost. Compounding doesn’t wait. The market keeps moving whether you act or not.Even small, imperfect steps build confidence, momentum, and wealth over time.📌 Anxiety delays financial independence. Action creates it. Start today — your future self will thank you.📌 Save this video — Financial Independence Explained.▸▸▸Enroll in our Stock Market Investing Course for Financial Independence and Retiring Early: https://www.ourrichjourney.com/investingforfire Enroll in our new 21 module, 4-plus hour stock market investing course with more than 30 handouts of summary notes, homework assignments, and resources. Learn how to research and select investments, how to determine your asset allocation, how to rebalance your portfolio, how to optimize your investments for tax purposes, how to automate your investments, and much more (including a 19-page Investment Plan to work on)! ▸▸▸Enroll in our FIRE Master Class: https://www.ourrichjourney.com/firemasterclass This FIRE Master Class is designed for people interested in pursuing financial independence and retiring early. In the Master Class, we explain how to live off of your investments during early retirement; how to withdraw money from your investment accounts to support your living expenses during retirement; how to calculate your FIRE number; new and creative ways that you can save money; new side hustles for making money; how to invest in the stock market and in real estate; we discuss healthcare options in retirement . . . and MORE! ▸▸▸Enroll in our How to Move to Portugal Course: A Step-By-Step Course to Relocating and Living in Portugal: https://www.ourrichjourney.com/movingtoportugal This course is designed for people interested in moving to Portugal. In the course, we explain the visa process, the documents you need to submit for your application, and the step-by-step process that we took to obtain our visas; we explain the residency permit process and how we obtained our residence permit here in Portugal; we explain the process for buying and renting a house in Portugal; we discuss healthcare, school options, and setting up NIFs, we explain taxes here in Portugal, and MORE!Books that have helped us on our Financial Independence Journey-----▸▸▸Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/richjourney/▸▸▸PLEASE SUBSCRIBE:DISCLAIMER:We are not financial advisors. Our videos are for educational purposes only and merely cite our own personal opinions. In order to make the best financial decision that suits your own needs, you must conduct your own research and seek the advice of a licensed financial advisor if necessary. Know that all investments involve some form of risk and there is no guarantee that you will be successful in making, saving, or investing money; nor is there any guarantee that you won't experience any loss when investing. Always remember to make smart decisions and do your own research!AFFILIATE DISCLOSURE: Some of the links on this channel are affiliate links, meaning, at no additional cost to you, we may earn a commission if you click through and make a purchase and/or subscribe. However, this does not impact our personal opinions.
Why Portugal Is a FIRE Hotspot.We’ve lived here six years and seen why it’s so popular.Portugal ranks as one of the safest countries in the world.Healthcare is affordable and high quality.Cost of living is lower than the U.S. and much of Europe.Beaches, culture, food, and community make life here rich.Portugal gave us the lifestyle that supports financial freedom.📌 Save this video - Financial Independence Explained. #investing #financialfreedom▸▸▸Enroll in our 365 Days to FIRE Program: https://www.365daystofire.com/ Our 365 Days to FIRE Program is your step-by-step guide to achieving financial independence and retiring early. Over the course of the program, you’ll learn how to build your FIRE plan, optimize your savings rate, invest in the stock market for long-term growth, and create multiple income streams. Plus, you’ll get tickets to attend our in-person meetups and 2-Day Conference in Portugal. Join us today! https://www.365daystofire.com/▸▸▸Enroll in our Stock Market Investing Course for Financial Independence and Retiring Early: https://www.ourrichjourney.com/investingforfire Enroll in our new 21 module, 4-plus hour stock market investing course with more than 30 handouts of summary notes, homework assignments, and resources. Learn how to research and select investments, how to determine your asset allocation, how to rebalance your portfolio, how to optimize your investments for tax purposes, how to automate your investments, and much more (including a 19-page Investment Plan to work on)! ▸▸▸Enroll in our FIRE Master Class: https://www.ourrichjourney.com/firemasterclass This FIRE Master Class is designed for people interested in pursuing financial independence and retiring early. ▸▸▸Enroll in our How to Move to Portugal Course: A Step-By-Step Course to Relocating and Living in Portugal: https://www.ourrichjourney.com/movingtoportugal This course is designed for people interested in moving to Portugal. In the course, we explain the visa process, the documents you need to submit for your application, and the step-by-step process that we took to obtain our visas; we explain the residency permit process and how we obtained our residence permit here in Portugal; we explain the process for buying and renting a house in Portugal; we discuss healthcare, school options, and setting up NIFs, we explain taxes here in Portugal, and MORE!Books that have helped us on our Financial Independence Journey-----The Bogleheads' Guide to Investing: https://amzn.to/2UjEc4jThe Intelligent Investor: https://amzn.to/2MKGokhA Random Walk Down Wall Street: https://amzn.to/2zIVI8pThe Book on Rental Property Investing: https://amzn.to/2UkwgQ6Building Wealth One House at a Time: https://amzn.to/2ZJQuDWRich Dad Poor Dad: https://amzn.to/2ZD29IKThe Total Money Makeover: https://amzn.to/2Lc0thnThe $100 Startup: https://amzn.to/2UnBpqKFreakonomics: https://amzn.to/2HCnDeJ▸▸▸Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/richjourney/DISCLAIMER:We are not financial advisors. Our videos are for educational purposes only and merely cite our own personal opinions. In order to make the best financial decision that suits your own needs, you must conduct your own research and seek the advice of a licensed financial advisor if necessary. Know that all investments involve some form of risk and there is no guarantee that you will be successful in making, saving, or investing money; nor is there any guarantee that you won't experience any loss when investing. Always remember to make smart decisions and do your own research!AFFILIATE DISCLOSURE: Some of the links on this channel are affiliate links, meaning, at no additional cost to you, we may earn a commission if you click through and make a purchase and/or subscribe. However, this does not impact our personal opinions.#FinancialFreedom #HowToRetireEarly #FinancialIndependenceRetireEarly
Lump Sum Investing vs. Waiting.Got cash? History shows investing it now usually wins.Markets rise more often than they fall.Lump sum usually beats spreading investments over time.Cash on the sidelines misses growth.Time in the market beats timing the market.Don’t let comfort cost you wealth—get invested.📌 Save this video - Financial Independence Explained. #investing #financialfreedom▸▸▸Enroll in our 365 Days to FIRE Program: https://www.365daystofire.com/ Our 365 Days to FIRE Program is your step-by-step guide to achieving financial independence and retiring early. Over the course of the program, you’ll learn how to build your FIRE plan, optimize your savings rate, invest in the stock market for long-term growth, and create multiple income streams. Plus, you’ll get tickets to attend our in-person meetups and 2-Day Conference in Portugal. Join us today! https://www.365daystofire.com/▸▸▸Enroll in our Stock Market Investing Course for Financial Independence and Retiring Early: https://www.ourrichjourney.com/investingforfire Enroll in our new 21 module, 4-plus hour stock market investing course with more than 30 handouts of summary notes, homework assignments, and resources. Learn how to research and select investments, how to determine your asset allocation, how to rebalance your portfolio, how to optimize your investments for tax purposes, how to automate your investments, and much more (including a 19-page Investment Plan to work on)! ▸▸▸Enroll in our FIRE Master Class: https://www.ourrichjourney.com/firemasterclass This FIRE Master Class is designed for people interested in pursuing financial independence and retiring early. In the Master Class, we explain how to live off of your investments during early retirement; how to withdraw money from your investment accounts to support your living expenses during retirement; how to calculate your FIRE number; new and creative ways that you can save money; new side hustles for making money; how to invest in the stock market and in real estate; we discuss healthcare options in retirement . . . and MORE! ▸▸▸Enroll in our How to Move to Portugal Course: A Step-By-Step Course to Relocating and Living in Portugal: https://www.ourrichjourney.com/movingtoportugal Books that have helped us on our Financial Independence Journey-----The Bogleheads' Guide to Investing: https://amzn.to/2UjEc4jThe Intelligent Investor: https://amzn.to/2MKGokhA Random Walk Down Wall Street: https://amzn.to/2zIVI8pThe Book on Rental Property Investing: https://amzn.to/2UkwgQ6Building Wealth One House at a Time: https://amzn.to/2ZJQuDWRich Dad Poor Dad: https://amzn.to/2ZD29IKThe Total Money Makeover: https://amzn.to/2Lc0thnThe $100 Startup: https://amzn.to/2UnBpqKFreakonomics: https://amzn.to/2HCnDeJ▸▸▸Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/richjourney/DISCLAIMER:We are not financial advisors. Our videos are for educational purposes only and merely cite our own personal opinions. In order to make the best financial decision that suits your own needs, you must conduct your own research and seek the advice of a licensed financial advisor if necessary. Know that all investments involve some form of risk and there is no guarantee that you will be successful in making, saving, or investing money; nor is there any guarantee that you won't experience any loss when investing. Always remember to make smart decisions and do your own research!AFFILIATE DISCLOSURE: Some of the links on this channel are affiliate links, meaning, at no additional cost to you, we may earn a commission if you click through and make a purchase and/or subscribe. However, this does not impact our personal opinions.#FinancialFreedom #HowToRetireEarly #FinancialIndependenceRetireEarly
Own Assets, Not Things.Stuff loses value fast, but assets keep working for you.Phones and cars drop in value instantly.Stocks, index funds, and real estate compound.Assets can pay dividends or rent while you sleep.Every dollar into assets plants a seed of freedom.Buy what grows, not what fades.📌 Save this video - Financial Independence Explained. #investing #financialfreedom▸▸▸Enroll in our 365 Days to FIRE Program: https://www.365daystofire.com/ Our 365 Days to FIRE Program is your step-by-step guide to achieving financial independence and retiring early. Over the course of the program, you’ll learn how to build your FIRE plan, optimize your savings rate, invest in the stock market for long-term growth, and create multiple income streams. Plus, you’ll get tickets to attend our in-person meetups and 2-Day Conference in Portugal. Join us today! https://www.365daystofire.com/▸▸▸Enroll in our Stock Market Investing Course for Financial Independence and Retiring Early: https://www.ourrichjourney.com/investingforfire Enroll in our new 21 module, 4-plus hour stock market investing course with more than 30 handouts of summary notes, homework assignments, and resources. Learn how to research and select investments, how to determine your asset allocation, how to rebalance your portfolio, how to optimize your investments for tax purposes, how to automate your investments, and much more (including a 19-page Investment Plan to work on)! ▸▸▸Enroll in our FIRE Master Class: https://www.ourrichjourney.com/firemasterclass This FIRE Master Class is designed for people interested in pursuing financial independence and retiring early. In the Master Class, we explain how to live off of your investments during early retirement; how to withdraw money from your investment accounts to support your living expenses during retirement; how to calculate your FIRE number; new and creative ways that you can save money; new side hustles for making money; how to invest in the stock market and in real estate; we discuss healthcare options in retirement . . . and MORE! ▸▸▸Enroll in our How to Move to Portugal Course: A Step-By-Step Course to Relocating and Living in Portugal: https://www.ourrichjourney.com/movingtoportugal Books that have helped us on our Financial Independence Journey-----The Bogleheads' Guide to Investing: https://amzn.to/2UjEc4jThe Intelligent Investor: https://amzn.to/2MKGokhA Random Walk Down Wall Street: https://amzn.to/2zIVI8pThe Book on Rental Property Investing: https://amzn.to/2UkwgQ6Building Wealth One House at a Time: https://amzn.to/2ZJQuDWRich Dad Poor Dad: https://amzn.to/2ZD29IKThe Total Money Makeover: https://amzn.to/2Lc0thnThe $100 Startup: https://amzn.to/2UnBpqKFreakonomics: https://amzn.to/2HCnDeJ▸▸▸Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/richjourney/▸▸▸PLEASE SUBSCRIBE:DISCLAIMER:We are not financial advisors. Our videos are for educational purposes only and merely cite our own personal opinions. In order to make the best financial decision that suits your own needs, you must conduct your own research and seek the advice of a licensed financial advisor if necessary. Know that all investments involve some form of risk and there is no guarantee that you will be successful in making, saving, or investing money; nor is there any guarantee that you won't experience any loss when investing. Always remember to make smart decisions and do your own research!AFFILIATE DISCLOSURE: Some of the links on this channel are affiliate links, meaning, at no additional cost to you, we may earn a commission if you click through and make a purchase and/or subscribe. However, this does not impact our personal opinions.#FinancialFreedom #HowToRetireEarly #FinancialIndependenceRetireEarly
Habits Compound Like Money.Wealth isn’t only about investing—your daily choices compound too.Good habits act like financial multipliers.Bad habits drain your future like hidden taxes.Skipping the gym compounds downward over time.Small positive routines snowball into massive results.Your money grows with compounding, and so do your habits.📌 Save this video - Financial Independence Explained. #investing #financialfreedom▸▸▸Enroll in our 365 Days to FIRE Program: https://www.365daystofire.com/ Our 365 Days to FIRE Program is your step-by-step guide to achieving financial independence and retiring early. Over the course of the program, you’ll learn how to build your FIRE plan, optimize your savings rate, invest in the stock market for long-term growth, and create multiple income streams. Plus, you’ll get tickets to attend our in-person meetups and 2-Day Conference in Portugal. Join us today! https://www.365daystofire.com/▸▸▸Enroll in our Stock Market Investing Course for Financial Independence and Retiring Early: https://www.ourrichjourney.com/investingforfire Enroll in our new 21 module, 4-plus hour stock market investing course with more than 30 handouts of summary notes, homework assignments, and resources. Learn how to research and select investments, how to determine your asset allocation, how to rebalance your portfolio, how to optimize your investments for tax purposes, how to automate your investments, and much more (including a 19-page Investment Plan to work on)! ▸▸▸Enroll in our FIRE Master Class: https://www.ourrichjourney.com/firemasterclass This FIRE Master Class is designed for people interested in pursuing financial independence and retiring early. In the Master Class, we explain how to live off of your investments during early retirement; how to withdraw money from your investment accounts to support your living expenses during retirement; how to calculate your FIRE number; new and creative ways that you can save money; new side hustles for making money; how to invest in the stock market and in real estate; we discuss healthcare options in retirement . . . and MORE! ▸▸▸Enroll in our How to Move to Portugal Course: A Step-By-Step Course to Relocating and Living in Portugal: https://www.ourrichjourney.com/movingtoportugal Books that have helped us on our Financial Independence Journey-----The Bogleheads' Guide to Investing: https://amzn.to/2UjEc4jThe Intelligent Investor: https://amzn.to/2MKGokhA Random Walk Down Wall Street: https://amzn.to/2zIVI8pThe Book on Rental Property Investing: https://amzn.to/2UkwgQ6Building Wealth One House at a Time: https://amzn.to/2ZJQuDWRich Dad Poor Dad: https://amzn.to/2ZD29IKThe Total Money Makeover: https://amzn.to/2Lc0thnThe $100 Startup: https://amzn.to/2UnBpqKFreakonomics: https://amzn.to/2HCnDeJ▸▸▸Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/richjourney/DISCLAIMER:We are not financial advisors. Our videos are for educational purposes only and merely cite our own personal opinions. In order to make the best financial decision that suits your own needs, you must conduct your own research and seek the advice of a licensed financial advisor if necessary. Know that all investments involve some form of risk and there is no guarantee that you will be successful in making, saving, or investing money; nor is there any guarantee that you won't experience any loss when investing. Always remember to make smart decisions and do your own research!AFFILIATE DISCLOSURE: Some of the links on this channel are affiliate links, meaning, at no additional cost to you, we may earn a commission if you click through and make a purchase and/or subscribe. However, this does not impact our personal opinions.#FinancialFreedom #HowToRetireEarly #FinancialIndependenceRetireEarly
Quit Your Job to Get Richer? Here’s Why It Works.Switching jobs is often the fastest way to grow your income. Loyalty rarely pays.Job hopping can boost pay 10–20%.Staying put often means only 3% raises.Extra income fuels saving and investing.We switched every 2–3 years for big jumps.Stop waiting for tiny raises. Move smart and buy freedom faster.📌 Save this video - Financial Independence Explained. #investing #financialfreedom▸▸▸Enroll in our 365 Days to FIRE Program: https://www.365daystofire.com/ Our 365 Days to FIRE Program is your step-by-step guide to achieving financial independence and retiring early. Over the course of the program, you’ll learn how to build your FIRE plan, optimize your savings rate, invest in the stock market for long-term growth, and create multiple income streams. Plus, you’ll get tickets to attend our in-person meetups and 2-Day Conference in Portugal. Join us today! https://www.365daystofire.com/▸▸▸Enroll in our Stock Market Investing Course for Financial Independence and Retiring Early: https://www.ourrichjourney.com/investingforfire Enroll in our new 21 module, 4-plus hour stock market investing course with more than 30 handouts of summary notes, homework assignments, and resources. Learn how to research and select investments, how to determine your asset allocation, how to rebalance your portfolio, how to optimize your investments for tax purposes, how to automate your investments, and much more (including a 19-page Investment Plan to work on)! ▸▸▸Enroll in our FIRE Master Class: https://www.ourrichjourney.com/firemasterclass This FIRE Master Class is designed for people interested in pursuing financial independence and retiring early. In the Master Class, we explain how to live off of your investments during early retirement; how to withdraw money from your investment accounts to support your living expenses during retirement; how to calculate your FIRE number; new and creative ways that you can save money; new side hustles for making money; how to invest in the stock market and in real estate; we discuss healthcare options in retirement . . . and MORE! ▸▸▸Enroll in our How to Move to Portugal Course: A Step-By-Step Course to Relocating and Living in Portugal: https://www.ourrichjourney.com/movingtoportugal Books that have helped us on our Financial Independence Journey-----The Bogleheads' Guide to Investing: https://amzn.to/2UjEc4jThe Intelligent Investor: https://amzn.to/2MKGokhA Random Walk Down Wall Street: https://amzn.to/2zIVI8pThe Book on Rental Property Investing: https://amzn.to/2UkwgQ6Building Wealth One House at a Time: https://amzn.to/2ZJQuDWRich Dad Poor Dad: https://amzn.to/2ZD29IKThe Total Money Makeover: https://amzn.to/2Lc0thnThe $100 Startup: https://amzn.to/2UnBpqKFreakonomics: https://amzn.to/2HCnDeJ▸▸▸Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/richjourney/DISCLAIMER:We are not financial advisors. Our videos are for educational purposes only and merely cite our own personal opinions. In order to make the best financial decision that suits your own needs, you must conduct your own research and seek the advice of a licensed financial advisor if necessary. Know that all investments involve some form of risk and there is no guarantee that you will be successful in making, saving, or investing money; nor is there any guarantee that you won't experience any loss when investing. Always remember to make smart decisions and do your own research!AFFILIATE DISCLOSURE: Some of the links on this channel are affiliate links, meaning, at no additional cost to you, we may earn a commission if you click through and make a purchase and/or subscribe. However, this does not impact our personal opinions.
Every month you delay investing costs you more than you think. Here’s the math:👉🏾 Start today with $10,000 and add $500/month at a 10% return → $410,000 in 20 years.👉🏾 Wait 1 year → only $368,000.👉🏾 Wait 5 years → just $232,000.That’s money that never gets the chance to compound. Time is your most powerful tool when it comes to investing.Stop waiting. Start today. Even small steps now can lead to massive growth tomorrow. 🚀📌 Save this video — Financial Independence Explained.▸▸▸Enroll in our Stock Market Investing Course for Financial Independence and Retiring Early: https://www.ourrichjourney.com/investingforfire Enroll in our new 21 module, 4-plus hour stock market investing course with more than 30 handouts of summary notes, homework assignments, and resources. Learn how to research and select investments, how to determine your asset allocation, how to rebalance your portfolio, how to optimize your investments for tax purposes, how to automate your investments, and much more (including a 19-page Investment Plan to work on)! ▸▸▸Enroll in our FIRE Master Class: https://www.ourrichjourney.com/firemasterclass This FIRE Master Class is designed for people interested in pursuing financial independence and retiring early. In the Master Class, we explain how to live off of your investments during early retirement; how to withdraw money from your investment accounts to support your living expenses during retirement; how to calculate your FIRE number; new and creative ways that you can save money; new side hustles for making money; how to invest in the stock market and in real estate; we discuss healthcare options in retirement . . . and MORE! ▸▸▸Enroll in our How to Move to Portugal Course: A Step-By-Step Course to Relocating and Living in Portugal: https://www.ourrichjourney.com/movingtoportugal This course is designed for people interested in moving to Portugal. In the course, we explain the visa process, the documents you need to submit for your application, and the step-by-step process that we took to obtain our visas; we explain the residency permit process and how we obtained our residence permit here in Portugal; we explain the process for buying and renting a house in Portugal; we discuss healthcare, school options, and setting up NIFs, we explain taxes here in Portugal, and MORE!Books that have helped us on our Financial Independence Journey-----The Bogleheads' Guide to Investing: https://amzn.to/2UjEc4jThe Intelligent Investor: https://amzn.to/2MKGokhA Random Walk Down Wall Street: https://amzn.to/2zIVI8pThe Book on Rental Property Investing: https://amzn.to/2UkwgQ6Building Wealth One House at a Time: https://amzn.to/2ZJQuDWRich Dad Poor Dad: https://amzn.to/2ZD29IKThe Total Money Makeover: https://amzn.to/2Lc0thnThe $100 Startup: https://amzn.to/2UnBpqKFreakonomics: https://amzn.to/2HCnDeJ▸▸▸Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/richjourney/▸▸▸PLEASE SUBSCRIBE:DISCLAIMER:We are not financial advisors. Our videos are for educational purposes only and merely cite our own personal opinions. In order to make the best financial decision that suits your own needs, you must conduct your own research and seek the advice of a licensed financial advisor if necessary. Know that all investments involve some form of risk and there is no guarantee that you will be successful in making, saving, or investing money; nor is there any guarantee that you won't experience any loss when investing. Always remember to make smart decisions and do your own research!AFFILIATE DISCLOSURE: Some of the links on this channel are affiliate links, meaning, at no additional cost to you, we may earn a commission if you click through and make a purchase and/or subscribe. However, this does not impact our personal opinions.
The biggest wealth transfer ever is happening — and most people aren’t ready.👉🏾 Over the next 20 years, baby boomers will pass down $84 trillion through inheritances, trusts, and gifts.👉🏾 But here’s the truth: even if you don’t inherit a dime, financial literacy is your real inheritance.Learning how to save, invest, and make your money work for you puts you ahead — with or without a windfall. The same principles that grow inherited wealth can grow your own wealth from scratch.Focus on what you can control:✔️ Build financial literacy✔️ Learn how to grow your money✔️ Use compounding as leverage📌 Save this video — Financial Independence Explained.▸▸▸Enroll in our Stock Market Investing Course for Financial Independence and Retiring Early: https://www.ourrichjourney.com/investingforfire Enroll in our new 21 module, 4-plus hour stock market investing course with more than 30 handouts of summary notes, homework assignments, and resources. Learn how to research and select investments, how to determine your asset allocation, how to rebalance your portfolio, how to optimize your investments for tax purposes, how to automate your investments, and much more (including a 19-page Investment Plan to work on)! ▸▸▸Enroll in our FIRE Master Class: https://www.ourrichjourney.com/firemasterclass This FIRE Master Class is designed for people interested in pursuing financial independence and retiring early. In the Master Class, we explain how to live off of your investments during early retirement; how to withdraw money from your investment accounts to support your living expenses during retirement; how to calculate your FIRE number; new and creative ways that you can save money; new side hustles for making money; how to invest in the stock market and in real estate; we discuss healthcare options in retirement . . . and MORE! ▸▸▸Enroll in our How to Move to Portugal Course: A Step-By-Step Course to Relocating and Living in Portugal: https://www.ourrichjourney.com/movingtoportugal This course is designed for people interested in moving to Portugal. In the course, we explain the visa process, the documents you need to submit for your application, and the step-by-step process that we took to obtain our visas; we explain the residency permit process and how we obtained our residence permit here in Portugal; we explain the process for buying and renting a house in Portugal; we discuss healthcare, school options, and setting up NIFs, we explain taxes here in Portugal, and MORE!Books that have helped us on our Financial Independence Journey-----The Bogleheads' Guide to Investing: https://amzn.to/2UjEc4jThe Intelligent Investor: https://amzn.to/2MKGokhA Random Walk Down Wall Street: https://amzn.to/2zIVI8pThe Book on Rental Property Investing: https://amzn.to/2UkwgQ6Building Wealth One House at a Time: https://amzn.to/2ZJQuDWRich Dad Poor Dad: https://amzn.to/2ZD29IKThe Total Money Makeover: https://amzn.to/2Lc0thnThe $100 Startup: https://amzn.to/2UnBpqKFreakonomics: https://amzn.to/2HCnDeJ▸▸▸PLEASE SUBSCRIBE:DISCLAIMER:We are not financial advisors. Our videos are for educational purposes only and merely cite our own personal opinions. In order to make the best financial decision that suits your own needs, you must conduct your own research and seek the advice of a licensed financial advisor if necessary. Know that all investments involve some form of risk and there is no guarantee that you will be successful in making, saving, or investing money; nor is there any guarantee that you won't experience any loss when investing. Always remember to make smart decisions and do your own research!AFFILIATE DISCLOSURE: Some of the links on this channel are affiliate links, meaning, at no additional cost to you, we may earn a commission if you click through and make a purchase and/or subscribe. However, this does not impact our personal opinions.
One of the biggest mistakes investors make? Checking investments every single day.👉 Daily checks = panic, emotional decisions, and shrinking wealth.👉 Long-term focus = consistency, automation, and compounding growth.👉 Studies show automated investors stay invested longer and capture more market growth than those who try to time the market.Wealth isn’t built by micromanaging. It’s built by staying calm, automating, and letting compounding do the work.📌 Save this video — Financial Independence Explained.▸▸▸Enroll in our Stock Market Investing Course for Financial Independence and Retiring Early: https://www.ourrichjourney.com/investingforfire Enroll in our new 21 module, 4-plus hour stock market investing course with more than 30 handouts of summary notes, homework assignments, and resources. Learn how to research and select investments, how to determine your asset allocation, how to rebalance your portfolio, how to optimize your investments for tax purposes, how to automate your investments, and much more (including a 19-page Investment Plan to work on)! ▸▸▸Enroll in our FIRE Master Class: https://www.ourrichjourney.com/firemasterclass This FIRE Master Class is designed for people interested in pursuing financial independence and retiring early. In the Master Class, we explain how to live off of your investments during early retirement; how to withdraw money from your investment accounts to support your living expenses during retirement; how to calculate your FIRE number; new and creative ways that you can save money; new side hustles for making money; how to invest in the stock market and in real estate; we discuss healthcare options in retirement . . . and MORE! ▸▸▸Enroll in our How to Move to Portugal Course: A Step-By-Step Course to Relocating and Living in Portugal: https://www.ourrichjourney.com/movingtoportugal This course is designed for people interested in moving to Portugal. In the course, we explain the visa process, the documents you need to submit for your application, and the step-by-step process that we took to obtain our visas; we explain the residency permit process and how we obtained our residence permit here in Portugal; we explain the process for buying and renting a house in Portugal; we discuss healthcare, school options, and setting up NIFs, we explain taxes here in Portugal, and MORE!Books that have helped us on our Financial Independence Journey-----The Bogleheads' Guide to Investing: https://amzn.to/2UjEc4jThe Intelligent Investor: https://amzn.to/2MKGokhA Random Walk Down Wall Street: https://amzn.to/2zIVI8pThe Book on Rental Property Investing: https://amzn.to/2UkwgQ6Building Wealth One House at a Time: https://amzn.to/2ZJQuDWRich Dad Poor Dad: https://amzn.to/2ZD29IKThe Total Money Makeover: https://amzn.to/2Lc0thnThe $100 Startup: https://amzn.to/2UnBpqKFreakonomics: https://amzn.to/2HCnDeJ▸▸▸Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/richjourney/DISCLAIMER:We are not financial advisors. Our videos are for educational purposes only and merely cite our own personal opinions. In order to make the best financial decision that suits your own needs, you must conduct your own research and seek the advice of a licensed financial advisor if necessary. Know that all investments involve some form of risk and there is no guarantee that you will be successful in making, saving, or investing money; nor is there any guarantee that you won't experience any loss when investing. Always remember to make smart decisions and do your own research!AFFILIATE DISCLOSURE: Some of the links on this channel are affiliate links, meaning, at no additional cost to you, we may earn a commission if you click through and make a purchase and/or subscribe. However, this does not impact our personal opinions.
Millionaires know something most people don’t: your biggest expense isn’t rent or groceries — it’s lifestyle creep.👉🏾 Lifestyle creep happens when spending rises every time income rises — new cars, bigger houses, fancier vacations.👉🏾 Even small upgrades add up over decades. A $500/month upgrade could grow into $350,000 in 20 years if invested.👉🏾 Add inflation and rising costs of living, and lifestyle creep keeps millions of Americans living paycheck to paycheck — even those earning 6 figures.Millionaires resist lifestyle creep. They focus on their goals, not their neighbors. That’s how they keep building wealth while others stay stuck.📌 Save this video — Financial Independence Explained.▸▸▸Enroll in our Stock Market Investing Course for Financial Independence and Retiring Early: https://www.ourrichjourney.com/investingforfire Enroll in our new 21 module, 4-plus hour stock market investing course with more than 30 handouts of summary notes, homework assignments, and resources. Learn how to research and select investments, how to determine your asset allocation, how to rebalance your portfolio, how to optimize your investments for tax purposes, how to automate your investments, and much more (including a 19-page Investment Plan to work on)! ▸▸▸Enroll in our FIRE Master Class: https://www.ourrichjourney.com/firemasterclass This FIRE Master Class is designed for people interested in pursuing financial independence and retiring early. In the Master Class, we explain how to live off of your investments during early retirement; how to withdraw money from your investment accounts to support your living expenses during retirement; how to calculate your FIRE number; new and creative ways that you can save money; new side hustles for making money; how to invest in the stock market and in real estate; we discuss healthcare options in retirement . . . and MORE! ▸▸▸Enroll in our How to Move to Portugal Course: A Step-By-Step Course to Relocating and Living in Portugal: https://www.ourrichjourney.com/movingtoportugal This course is designed for people interested in moving to Portugal. In the course, we explain the visa process, the documents you need to submit for your application, and the step-by-step process that we took to obtain our visas;Books that have helped us on our Financial Independence Journey-----The Bogleheads' Guide to Investing: https://amzn.to/2UjEc4jThe Intelligent Investor: https://amzn.to/2MKGokhA Random Walk Down Wall Street: https://amzn.to/2zIVI8pThe Book on Rental Property Investing: https://amzn.to/2UkwgQ6Building Wealth One House at a Time: https://amzn.to/2ZJQuDWRich Dad Poor Dad: https://amzn.to/2ZD29IKThe Total Money Makeover: https://amzn.to/2Lc0thnThe $100 Startup: https://amzn.to/2UnBpqKFreakonomics: https://amzn.to/2HCnDeJ▸▸▸Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/richjourney/DISCLAIMER:We are not financial advisors. Our videos are for educational purposes only and merely cite our own personal opinions. In order to make the best financial decision that suits your own needs, you must conduct your own research and seek the advice of a licensed financial advisor if necessary. Know that all investments involve some form of risk and there is no guarantee that you will be successful in making, saving, or investing money; nor is there any guarantee that you won't experience any loss when investing. Always remember to make smart decisions and do your own research!AFFILIATE DISCLOSURE: Some of the links on this channel are affiliate links, meaning, at no additional cost to you, we may earn a commission if you click through and make a purchase and/or subscribe. However, this does not impact our personal opinions.
Most people think their salary determines when they can retire. But that’s not true. It’s all about your FIRE number — the amount of money your investments need to cover your expenses.👉🏾 Multiply your annual expenses by 25. That’s your FIRE number.👉🏾 $40,000 a year in expenses? Your FIRE number is $1 million.👉🏾 Lower your expenses, and your FIRE number shrinks — which means you can retire sooner.The truth is, your spending controls your timeline to financial independence. Millionaires know this formula because freedom isn’t about income — it’s about math. Know your FIRE number, and you know your path to freedom. 🚀📌 Save this video — Financial Independence Explained.▸▸▸Enroll in our Stock Market Investing Course for Financial Independence and Retiring Early: https://www.ourrichjourney.com/investingforfire Enroll in our new 21 module, 4-plus hour stock market investing course with more than 30 handouts of summary notes, homework assignments, and resources. Learn how to research and select investments, how to determine your asset allocation, how to rebalance your portfolio, how to optimize your investments for tax purposes, how to automate your investments, and much more (including a 19-page Investment Plan to work on)! ▸▸▸Enroll in our FIRE Master Class: https://www.ourrichjourney.com/firemasterclass This FIRE Master Class is designed for people interested in pursuing financial independence and retiring early. In the Master Class, we explain how to live off of your investments during early retirement; how to withdraw money from your investment accounts to support your living expenses during retirement; how to calculate your FIRE number; new and creative ways that you can save money; new side hustles for making money; how to invest in the stock market and in real estate; we discuss healthcare options in retirement . . . and MORE! ▸▸▸Enroll in our How to Move to Portugal Course: A Step-By-Step Course to Relocating and Living in Portugal: https://www.ourrichjourney.com/movingtoportugal This course is designed for people interested in moving to Portugal. In the course, we explain the visa process, the documents you need to submit for your application, and the step-by-step process that we took to obtain our visas; we explain the residency permit process and how we obtained our residence permit here in Portugal; we explain the process for buying and renting a house in Portugal; we discuss healthcare, school options, and setting up NIFs, we explain taxes here in Portugal, and MORE!Books that have helped us on our Financial Independence Journey-----The Bogleheads' Guide to Investing: https://amzn.to/2UjEc4jThe Intelligent Investor: https://amzn.to/2MKGokhA Random Walk Down Wall Street: https://amzn.to/2zIVI8pThe Book on Rental Property Investing: https://amzn.to/2UkwgQ6Building Wealth One House at a Time: https://amzn.to/2ZJQuDWRich Dad Poor Dad: https://amzn.to/2ZD29IKThe Total Money Makeover: https://amzn.to/2Lc0thnThe $100 Startup: https://amzn.to/2UnBpqKFreakonomics: https://amzn.to/2HCnDeJDISCLAIMER:We are not financial advisors. Our videos are for educational purposes only and merely cite our own personal opinions. In order to make the best financial decision that suits your own needs, you must conduct your own research and seek the advice of a licensed financial advisor if necessary. Know that all investments involve some form of risk and there is no guarantee that you will be successful in making, saving, or investing money; nor is there any guarantee that you won't experience any loss when investing. Always remember to make smart decisions and do your own research!AFFILIATE DISCLOSURE: Some of the links on this channel are affiliate links, meaning, at no additional cost to you, we may earn a commission if you click through and make a purchase and/or subscribe. However, this does not impact our personal opinions.#FinancialFreedom #HowToRetireEarly #FinancialIndependenceRetireEarly
Is a stock market crash coming? Maybe. But the real danger isn’t the crash — it’s panic selling.👉 If you sell during dips, you lock in losses and miss the recovery.👉 But if you stay invested (and even add money), crashes become opportunities for long-term wealth.Example: $50,000 invested before the 2009 crash + $500/month = over $600,000 today. Panic sellers? Less than what they started with.The lesson: crashes don’t kill wealth. Panic does.Stay calm. Stay invested. Build wealth. 🚀📌 Save this video — Financial Independence Explained.▸▸▸Enroll in our Stock Market Investing Course for Financial Independence and Retiring Early: https://www.ourrichjourney.com/investingforfire Enroll in our new 21 module, 4-plus hour stock market investing course with more than 30 handouts of summary notes, homework assignments, and resources. Learn how to research and select investments, how to determine your asset allocation, how to rebalance your portfolio, how to optimize your investments for tax purposes, how to automate your investments, and much more (including a 19-page Investment Plan to work on)! ▸▸▸Enroll in our FIRE Master Class: https://www.ourrichjourney.com/firemasterclass This FIRE Master Class is designed for people interested in pursuing financial independence and retiring early. In the Master Class, we explain how to live off of your investments during early retirement; how to withdraw money from your investment accounts to support your living expenses during retirement; how to calculate your FIRE number; new and creative ways that you can save money; new side hustles for making money; how to invest in the stock market and in real estate; we discuss healthcare options in retirement . . . and MORE! ▸▸▸Enroll in our How to Move to Portugal Course: A Step-By-Step Course to Relocating and Living in Portugal: https://www.ourrichjourney.com/movingtoportugal This course is designed for people interested in moving to Portugal. In the course, we explain the visa process, the documents you need to submit for your application, and the step-by-step process that we took to obtain our visas; we explain the residency permit process and how we obtained our residence permit here in Portugal; we explain the process for buying and renting a house in Portugal; we discuss healthcare, school options, and setting up NIFs, we explain taxes here in Portugal, and MORE!Books that have helped us on our Financial Independence Journey-----The Bogleheads' Guide to Investing: https://amzn.to/2UjEc4jThe Intelligent Investor: https://amzn.to/2MKGokhA Random Walk Down Wall Street: https://amzn.to/2zIVI8pThe Book on Rental Property Investing: https://amzn.to/2UkwgQ6Building Wealth One House at a Time: https://amzn.to/2ZJQuDWRich Dad Poor Dad: https://amzn.to/2ZD29IKThe Total Money Makeover: https://amzn.to/2Lc0thnThe $100 Startup: https://amzn.to/2UnBpqKFreakonomics: https://amzn.to/2HCnDeJ▸▸▸Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/richjourney/DISCLAIMER:We are not financial advisors. Our videos are for educational purposes only and merely cite our own personal opinions. In order to make the best financial decision that suits your own needs, you must conduct your own research and seek the advice of a licensed financial advisor if necessary. Know that all investments involve some form of risk and there is no guarantee that you will be successful in making, saving, or investing money; nor is there any guarantee that you won't experience any loss when investing. Always remember to make smart decisions and do your own research!AFFILIATE DISCLOSURE: Some of the links on this channel are affiliate links, meaning, at no additional cost to you, we may earn a commission if you click through and make a purchase and/or subscribe. However, this does not impact our personal opinions.#FinancialFreedom #HowToRetireEarly #FinancialIndependenceRetireEarly
You don’t need more income to grow your wealth. You just need to automate your investments.👉 Investing consistently in index funds lets compound interest do the heavy lifting.👉 Automation takes the emotion out of investing — so you contribute whether the market is up or down.👉 Studies show automated investors put in 3x more annually — and see higher returns.It’s not luck. It’s not timing the market. It’s consistency + automation.Start small, stay consistent, and watch your wealth grow.📌 Save this video — Financial Independence Explained.▸▸▸Enroll in our Stock Market Investing Course for Financial Independence and Retiring Early: https://www.ourrichjourney.com/investingforfire Enroll in our new 21 module, 4-plus hour stock market investing course with more than 30 handouts of summary notes, homework assignments, and resources. Learn how to research and select investments, how to determine your asset allocation, how to rebalance your portfolio, how to optimize your investments for tax purposes, how to automate your investments, and much more (including a 19-page Investment Plan to work on)! ▸▸▸Enroll in our FIRE Master Class: https://www.ourrichjourney.com/firemasterclass This FIRE Master Class is designed for people interested in pursuing financial independence and retiring early. In the Master Class, we explain how to live off of your investments during early retirement; how to withdraw money from your investment accounts to support your living expenses during retirement; how to calculate your FIRE number; new and creative ways that you can save money; new side hustles for making money; how to invest in the stock market and in real estate; we discuss healthcare options in retirement . . . and MORE! ▸▸▸Enroll in our How to Move to Portugal Course: A Step-By-Step Course to Relocating and Living in Portugal: https://www.ourrichjourney.com/movingtoportugal This course is designed for people interested in moving to Portugal. In the course, we explain the visa process, the documents you need to submit for your application, and the step-by-step process that we took to obtain our visas; we explain the residency permit process and how we obtained our residence permit here in Portugal; we explain the process for buying and renting a house in Portugal; we discuss healthcare, school options, and setting up NIFs, we explain taxes here in Portugal, and MORE!Books that have helped us on our Financial Independence Journey-----The Bogleheads' Guide to Investing: https://amzn.to/2UjEc4jThe Intelligent Investor: https://amzn.to/2MKGokhA Random Walk Down Wall Street: https://amzn.to/2zIVI8pThe Book on Rental Property Investing: https://amzn.to/2UkwgQ6Building Wealth One House at a Time: https://amzn.to/2ZJQuDWRich Dad Poor Dad: https://amzn.to/2ZD29IKThe Total Money Makeover: https://amzn.to/2Lc0thnThe $100 Startup: https://amzn.to/2UnBpqKFreakonomics: https://amzn.to/2HCnDeJDISCLAIMER:We are not financial advisors. Our videos are for educational purposes only and merely cite our own personal opinions. In order to make the best financial decision that suits your own needs, you must conduct your own research and seek the advice of a licensed financial advisor if necessary. Know that all investments involve some form of risk and there is no guarantee that you will be successful in making, saving, or investing money; nor is there any guarantee that you won't experience any loss when investing. Always remember to make smart decisions and do your own research!AFFILIATE DISCLOSURE: Some of the links on this channel are affiliate links, meaning, at no additional cost to you, we may earn a commission if you click through and make a purchase and/or subscribe. However, this does not impact our personal opinions.#FinancialFreedom #HowToRetireEarly #FinancialIndependenceRetireEarly
