Buying Time-Freedom Before the 4% Rule with Joseph C. Wells

Joe Wells is a writer, real estate investor and self-development junkie.He grew up in Moravia, New York, population 1,220. Following a three-month internship his senior year of college, he accepted a job to work as a Consultant in New York City. Six years later, he’s still in NYC.Joe is taking a unique path to financial independence because he needs time-freedom before the 4% rule. He is aggressively saving & investing, and keeping his expenses low—not an easy thing to do working in Manhattan.Having discussions with young men like Joe, a voracious learner who lives with intention and purpose, is one of my joys in life. I hope you enjoy our chat as much as I did. Our discussion includes:How writing helps Joe to formulate his thoughts betterHow Joe & roommate, Pat Dunden, got interested in getting betterThe value of good roommatesBrainstorming different business ideasSelf-improvement through reading books and listening to podcastsCo-authoring a 50-page book for high school seniorsTeaching what he and Pat wish they knew in college and first job