The Phases of FI with 1500 days (Mr 1500)
Our Guest: Carl from 1500 Days
The Phases of Financial Independence
Close-knit community at Fincon and FI generally, Its amazing how much you have in common with somebody when you share a philosophy about money
What is your philosophy about money? It isn’t about money – it’s a tool to a better life
The goal of his site 1500 Days to freedom
Their real estate investing experience
Buying a McMansion and selling it within 2 weeks
How one bad day at work led him to MMM and the concept of early retirement
The importance of health
Surrounding yourself with the best possible people
Live in a place that has outdoor pursuits, the best possible library and a strong community
Raise your children to be good, hardworking people and raise your knowledge every day
Explore the world and give back by volunteering
Time is the most essential resource, and it's slipping away from you unless you plan for it
Develop passions to design the life you want to live with the time available. Without passions, FI would be a prison
The Four Phases of FI
Financial independence doesn’t mean not earning money. It means following your passions
Hot Seat Questions
Links from the show:
1500 Days to Freedom
FinCon conference
The Four Phases of FI from 1500 Days
Mr. Money Mustache
Ticket to Ride board game (our favorite is: Ticket to Ride Europe). Jonathan's Board game collection is over the top and in no way frugal.
The Practical Benefits of Outrageous Optimism by Mr. Money Mustache
Jocko Podcast (Take 5 minutes and watch these 2 videos: Good and Discipline)
Wait, But Why site
1500 Days on Twitter
Books Mentioned in the Show:
Tools of Titans by Tim Ferris
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