The Value Matrix: A Case Study in Spending Alignment
The value matrix maps every dollar you spend against the joy it brings. One couple used this four-quadrant framework to...
Financial Independence After 50: The Late Starter's Guide
You found the FI community after 50 and wonder if it is too late. It is not. The same framework that works for 25-year-o...
Frugal Living: Spend Less, Live More on the Path to FI
Frugality is not about deprivation — it is about aligning spending with what actually matters to you. Learn practical st...
Why are you Pursuing FI?, Financial Checkup, Get it out of your Brain
Why are you on the path to Financial Independence? It has to be more than running away from a job you dislike or even ha...
Never Multiply by Zero, Savings on Medical Care, Systems vs Goals
I listened to the ‘Modern Wisdom’ podcast episode with Ryan Holiday last week and one concept ( link to that segment ) h...
Selling Shares, Travel Money Saving Tips & More
I had a fascinating conversation with my friend, Kim, in NYC earlier this month: Kim reached FI and left her job literal...
FI Works, Increased Bonuses, New FI Calculator
I was a guest on the most recent episode of the BiggerPockets Money podcast where I debated the existence of the 'middle...
Control What You Can, Tax Loss Harvesting & More
I just returned from an extended trip to the UK, and missed one of the most profound weeks in what we will charitably ca...
What Would They Tell You?, Is the 4% Rule Too Risky?
I love thought experiments that help you critically look at your life and see more clearly if you’re aligned with what y...
Year End Wins 2024 (Part 1) | FI Weekly
This newsletter highlights 2024 retirement planning successes shared by the ChooseFI community, showcasing real stories...
August 6, 2024: Dealing with Down Market Days & More
Market drops can be unsettling, but maintaining a long-term mindset is key to weathering volatility. Discover practical...
July 2, 2024: Everyday Adventures & More
Everyday AdventuresI just returned from an 11-day trip to Europe and while you’re reading this, I’ll be finishing up ano...
Podcast Episodes
Retire in Less Than 10 Years
Jun 29, 2026
FI 101: Teaching Financial Independence to Your Community
May 25, 2026
Deep Dive Hot Seat with Brad and Ginger
May 11, 2026
What if Your FI Life Started Tomorrow? | Adam Coelho
May 4, 2026
Mistakes Were Made
Apr 27, 2026
Book Club: 'Goodbye, Things' with Liz Gets Loaded
Apr 6, 2026
Building An Extraordinary Life Through FI
Mar 15, 2026
Unpacking The Path to the Boring Middle
Feb 8, 2026
Are Roth Conversions Necessary? | Cody Garrett and Sean Mullaney
Jan 11, 2026
2025 Biggest Takeaways with Ginger
Dec 28, 2025