Jason from The Wealth Hound

Jason from The Wealth Hound is an aspiring entrepreneur, husband & father. He recently got out of the US Airforce and is a die-hard Michigan State fan. His blog is all about personal finance, investing and every day money tips.

Welcome!

[:] Let’s chat about your decision to start your blog, why another personal finance blog?

● Always interest in personal finance & money management

● Enjoyed learning about money and wanted to have somewhere to jot down his thoughts

● Helping the everyday person learn about money

 

[:] Your post on inside the FIRE movement was a great read, can you talk a bit about your FI journey?

● Not on the retire early track

● Enjoying career

● FI is definitely the goal

● Always entrepreneurial minded- one Jason started making real money he realized he needed to look long term

 

[:] You also have a podcast, podcasting is a great tool to get in touch with inspirational people. Who would you say is a guest that you learned the most from or a guest that gave you the biggest take away?

● Connecting with guests has been awesome, you develop friendships

● Diana from Ms Fiology

 

[:] Money for members of the military can be slightly different to money for non-military members. Do you have a money tip for military members?

● Start contributing as early as possible!

 

Value Link Round

 

[:] What is your saving or retirement plan?

● Saving about 50% of joint income

● Max out tax advantaged accounts

 

[:] Do you have any other books or podcasts you can recommend?

● Stacking Benjamins

 

[:] Favorite Quote?

● A lot of people miss out on opportunity because it’s dressed in overalls and looks like work

 

[:] Parting piece of advice?

● Take a serious look at your financial situations