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Sep 2022
11m 51s

Mad Fientist Jr. - Why I’m Appreciating ...

The Mad Fientist
About this episode

Life has completely changed.

And because of this major change, I'm even more grateful for the freedom, flexibility, and time that financial independence and early retirement provide.

In this short episode, I fill you in on what's been happening and I discuss the reasons for my newfound appreciation of FI.

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