Financially Independent Teachers

Send us a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/1674073/open_sms] In this conversation, Jillian and Dave discuss the concept of mini retirements and how they can lead to a fulfilling lifestyle while pursuing financial independence. They discuss "mini retirements" throughout your career, emphasizing the importance of taking breaks, traveling, and spending quality time family. We explore the challenges and benefits of unconventional choices, the gradual transition to early retirement, and the value of practicing mini retirements to prepare for a fulfilling post-work life. Surprise...teachers are uniquely equipped to give this practice a shot, EVERY SUMMER! Here are some of the links that she might have mentioned based on the direction our conversation during the show:  * Website: https://retireoften.com/ [https://retireoften.com/] * Book Purchasing Link: https://lnk.to/retireoften [https://lnk.to/retireoften] * Free Opt-In Worksheets: * Planning: https://retireoften.com/mini/ [https://retireoften.com/mini/] * Negotiating: https://retireoften.com/onemonth/ [https://retireoften.com/onemonth/] * Social Media: * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jillianjohnsrud/ [https://www.instagram.com/jillianjohnsrud/] * Twitter: https://twitter.com/JillianJohnsrud/ [https://twitter.com/JillianJohnsrud/] * LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jillian-johnsrud/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/jillian-johnsrud/] * Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@JillianJohnsrud [https://www.youtube.com/@JillianJohnsrud]

Send us a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/1674073/open_sms] Sweet 16...21.....these are HUGE milestone birthdays in life! Does the party end at 21? Tune in as I talk about MAJOR milestone birthdates that play a large role in your personal finance life. Spoiler alert...21 is just the beginning of the FUN!

Send us a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/1674073/open_sms] Pat has been on DOZENS of cruises and was inspired to start her own social media page, giving tips and tricks to first time cruises and veterans alike. Have you ever considered a cruise or do you like to travel in general? Pat discusses the fun of cruising, how to find a deal, tips for packing, cruise line stereotypes, cost, and much more! As we prep for summer, it is time to start thinking of having fun!  Check out Pat's Youtube channel below: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCGeGT70LAHp6eUiXbCkMGw/videos [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCGeGT70LAHp6eUiXbCkMGw/videos]

Send us a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/1674073/open_sms] Daniel has been teaching in NC for almost 30 years. Unfortunately, the first few decades of his career, he wasn't very informed on his NC teaching benefits, his pension, or investing. Whether you start to learn in your first year or toward the end of your career, it is never TOO late! Now, Daniel is investing, becoming an expert on all things NC teacher benefits, and is even teaching colleagues in the Charlotte area about their benefits. If you want to hear someone who has had a life changing money mindset shift, you won't want to miss out!

Send us a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/1674073/open_sms] Cody Garrett (not to be confused with our good friend, Justin), is a CFP and a regular on the ChooseFI message boards and FB group. By know, most of us know about the Roth IRA, 401(k), 403(b), and 457(b)...but many of us (myself included) have been in the dark about a taxable brokerage account. Cody is here to talk about all the positives of having one of these amazing accounts.  Remember, after you retire, you won't be able to contribute to your workplace 403(b), 457(b) etc. Also, you need EARNED income (pension doesn't count) to still invest into an IRA. Personally, I opened up a taxable brokerage account when the market dipped in COVID and I like to call it my "opportunity fund". It has been a major blessing to our family!