How to Plan for Financial Independence and Retirement Without Overcomplicating It | 72

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https://budgetbesties.com/budgetpodcast/ (Snag Our Simplified Budget System!) Retirement is just a number. Our Happily Ever After System shows you exactly how and when you can officially retire because you’re financially independent. When we say retire here, we mean financial independence. That term is less understood, so we’ll take a moment to explain it before we begin. Financial independence is all about having options. When you have financial independence, you can choose to work or choose not to work. You can change jobs without concern. You can pursue a passion without worrying about money. You can take a year sabbatical and go do missionary work. You can take a few months off to help your child with their first child. It’s all about options. When we say retire, know that this is what we mean. We do not mean sitting at home on a recliner watching Wheel of Fortune (unless that’s what you want to do). In this episode we cover: How to calculate your retirement / financial freedom number. Determine what your income will be including pensions, disability and anything else you’ll be getting. Calculate the gap - how much you’ll need to pull out of investments to bridge the gap. The 4% rule (how to live off of the interest of your investments rather than the principal) The Rule of 72 / Compound Interest How to calculate your net worth. How to get to your magic retirement number How to be a GOOD investor (not having to go stop/start investing or pulling from investing) How to diversify your investments Why you should pay off your home Why you need to conduct an annual “Dream Date” where you discuss your financial goals, your dreams and your progress. Connect With Us: 1️⃣ Facebook Group – Join the community. Our free group is where the real talk happens. Connect with other women who are learning how to budget, save, and finally feel in control, together. ➡︎https://budgetbesties.com/facebook ( )http://budgetbesties.com/facebook (budgetbesties.com/facebook) 2️⃣ Automate Your Budget Masterclass – Watch it now, no waiting. This FREE on-demand training shows you how to set up a budget that matches your lifestyle, without tracking every dollar or feeling restricted. ➡︎https://budgetbesties.com/automate ( )http://budgetbesties.com/automate (budgetbesties.com/automate) 3️⃣ Budget – Grab our Simplified Budget System! You don’t need another budget, you need a system that does the math, makes the plan, and gives you permission to spend. ➡︎https://budgetbesties.com/budget ( )http://budgetbesties.com/budget (budgetbesties.com/budget) 4️⃣ Private 1-on-1 Coaching – Get a plan and a coach. We’ll build your full budget system together, so you always know what to do and feel confident doing it. ➡︎https://budgetbesties.com/coaching ( )http://budgetbesties.com/coaching (budgetbesties.com/coaching) 5️⃣ Be on the Podcast – Free coaching, real convo. Come chat with us on the show! Get real-time financial coaching and help other women by sharing your story. ➡︎ https://budgetbesties.com/livecall (budgetbesties.com/livecall) "I love Shana and Vanessa and this podcast is amazing!" 👈🏻 If that sounds like you, please consider rating and reviewing our show! It helps us to reach more people – just like you – to help them change their financial future. Don’t forget to follow the show so you don’t miss any episodes! And, if you’re feeling really generous, we’d be SO honored if you would share this podcast with someone. https://budgetbesties.com/privacy (Click here to view our privacy policy.) This description may contain affiliate links, meaning we may get a commission at no cost to you if you click and purchase!

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