Jan 23

The Proven Path to Financial Independence by 44

Should you retire the second you hit financial independence, or is there value in working just a little longer? Steven faced this exact decision at 40 and chose to work four more years. The result? He added $1 million to his net worth and entered retirement at 44 with $3.5 millio ... Show More

49m 14s

Jan 20

How to Negotiate Your Salary and Reach Financial Independence Faster | Paula Pant

Want to reach financial independence faster? The quickest path isn't extreme frugality—it's earning more. And that starts with salary negotiation. Paula Pant from the Afford Anything podcast joins Mindy Jensen and Scott Trench to break down exactly how to negotiate your salary, w ... Show More

1 h

Jan 16

Reached FI at 60: How to Switch from Accumulation to Drawdown with Bill Yount

You've hit financial independence—now what? How do you actually start spending the money you've spent years accumulating? Bill Yount reached FI at 60 after a 10-year journey, and he's figured out the answer. Bill shares his complete decumulation strategy—the detailed plan he buil ... Show More

53m 7s

Aug 2025

Late Starter’s Guide to Real Estate (Start in Your 40s!)

Is it too late to invest in real estate if you’re in your 30s, 40s, or 50s? No! Today, we’re giving you the exact blueprint to retire in 10-15 years, even if you’re starting in your 50s with a median income and average savings. Got a small sum stashed for retirement and looking t ... Show More

40m 25s

Jan 2025

Net Worth By Age (2025 Edition)

It’s our FAVORITE time of year! Ever wondered if you're on track with your net worth? In this guide, we break down exactly where Americans stand financially by age group and reveal the targets YOU can aim for in 2025! Jump start your journey with our FREE financial resources ... Show More

43m 33s

Apr 2024

Average 401(k) Balance by Age (2024 Edition)

Are you doing better than the average American at saving in your 401(k)? We'll talk about basics of a 401(k), including new limits, employer matches, and vesting schedules, how many millionaires are created by 401(k)s, and of course the average 401(k) balance by age. Jump star ... Show More

38m 56s

Sep 2024

How to Be Wealthy By Age! (2025 Edition)

It can be hard to know what makes someone “wealthy” depending on where they are in their journey. So, here are some wealth checkpoints you could shoot for by the end of each decade to assess where you are on that curve. Jump start your journey with our FREE financial re ... Show More

37m 17s

Aug 2024

Do You Need Luck to Be Wealthy?

"What were your luckiest financial decisions? How much of your wealth building do you think has been about discipline vs. luck?" We'll walk you through that question and more in today's Q&A episode! Jump start your journey with our FREE financial resources Reach your goals f ... Show More

31m 41s

Mar 2025

How to Build Passive Income on Any Budget (For Real)

Want to stop working for your money and start having your money work for you? This vault episode is packed with insights on how to build multiple streams of passive income—even if you’re starting from scratch. I’m joined by Chris Miles, the Cash Flow Expert and Anti-Financial Ad ... Show More

44m 34s

Jul 2024

436: “Snowballing” to 12 Doors in 4 Years & Replacing TWO Six-Figure Salaries w/Emily Love

Owning rentals could help you become financially free, afford you more time with family, and allow you to travel the world. Whether you’re stuck in a career you dislike or you need a more flexible job, you’re about to learn that real estate investing could be your golden ticket! ... Show More

41m 10s

Aug 2025

475: Simran (Friends That Invest): The Investment Mistake 70% of Women Make (Do This Instead)

*Note: At the time of this recording, Simran’s business was called Girls That Invest - it has since been renamed to Friends That Invest. What if your money could give you freedom - not just someday, but starting now? In this episode, Natalie sits down with Simran Kaur, founder of ... Show More

42m 23s

Apr 2023

How Much Cash Should You Keep On Hand?

How much cash should you have in savings, and where does saving extra cash fall in the Financial Order of Operations? We'll walk you through that question and more in today's Q&A episode! Jump start your journey with our FREE financial resources Reach your goals faster with o ... Show More

26m 13s

Nov 10

Best of 2025: How To Change Your Finances in 1 Week

This week, Sim shares the ultimate 7-day financial glow-up plan to help you take control of your money, build wealth, and live your dream life. From tracking your net worth and cutting back on spending to negotiating a raise and setting up automated investing, this episode breaks ... Show More

31m 19s

The Major MONEY Milestones To Hit By EVE...