FamVestor Podcast
by Sunny & Sunmarie Burns
The FamVestor Podcast is all about Family, Finance, and Freedom. This weekly show will focus on creating passive income streams, being frugal, living optimally, and designing a wholesome lifestyle all for the purpose of investing in your family. In the first few episodes Sunny and Sunmarie Burns share about travel hacking, living for free via real estate investing, saving money, travel with kids, weddings for cheap, and lots more. Visit FamVestor.com
Episodes
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097 | Sailing the World with Six Kids for Three Years
Erik Hemingway's Family of 8 left everything behind, flew to Greece, bought a $80k sailboat and lived on a sailboat for 3 years traveling to 25 countries! Erik kept the cashflow coming in with rent money from his storage units; he now syndicates storage unit deals through his company Nomad…
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096 | Moving to Japan
Our Family of 6 is Moving to Japan for a year. We share what we have been up to since Baby #4 was born! https://famvestor.com/096
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095 | 6-Weeks Tent Camping with 3 Toddlers & an Infant
Frugal Family of 6 goes on a Cross-Country Camping Adventure of a Lifetime while on Paternity Leave with three kids, 6 and under and their 6-week old baby. With just their mini-van, a tent, and a sense of adventure they traversed 8,000 miles through 18 different states visiting 17 national parks....
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094 | Life after FIRE
Lue and his wife were able to retire from cooperate America and live off passive income at age 38. Before early retirement, Lue was a computer programmer in the NYC area for 14 years. Lue enjoys spending time and traveling with his wife and three children. Lue's personal motto is passive…
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093 | Limited Screen Time Family
Sunny and Sunmarie share their reason for choosing a limited screen time lifestyle and the effects its had on their family. https://famvestor.com/093 * https://www.famvestor.com/gifts/ * ScreenFree Activities:...
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092 | Kids Roth IRA Funded by Golden Eggs
Lindsey Spiegel shares how her daughters from the age of 6 started their own Chicken egg-laying business and how that money was used to start their Roth-IRAs. It's an incredible story of what a little guidance and intentional parenting can unlock in a child and the wonderful journey that can...
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091 | To Family or not To Family
Sunny and Sunmarie share their reason for wanting a family, and discuss the common concerns and challenges that are causing couple to opt out. https://famvestor.com/091
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090 | Financial Planning for Young Families
Jim Crider is a financial planner focused on helping young families reach financial independence. Jim is a father of 3, and helps guide other families towards a life they truly want to live. In todays episode we go through his unique approach and some guiding questions to find out what truly is...
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089 | When it Rains it Pours
We discuss the perils that come with trying for greatness, and how overcoming obstacles transforms you into your best self. https://famvestor.com/089
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088 | Building Intimacy Together
Exercises you can do tonight to build intimacy as a couple. https://famvestor.com/088 Links: 3000 Questions about me (Book): https://amzn.to/2WgvysO Intimacy Exercises Podcast:...
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087 | Whole Person Millionaire
Sunny and Sunmarie share their definition of success and the balance neccesary to establish a successful wholesome nourishing life. https://famvestor.com/087
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086 | Break Free From Porn
Sunny Burns shares his journey in breaking free from pornography. He has been porn-free for the last 10+ years, and shares his strategies and mindset to finally breakfree after so many failed attempts. Links: https://famvestor.com/086 https://www.famvestor.com/straightedge/...
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085 | 100-Mile BikePacking Journey with 3 kids under 6
We took our 6, 4, and 1 year old on a 100-mile 3-day BikePacking Adventure from New Paltz, NY through NYC into NJ. 95% of the trails were paved and car-free. We tented two nights wherever we could find shelter. BikePacking Trip Video: https://youtu.be/4O81F-61Ats ShowNotes: https://famvestor.com/085
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084 | River Camping & Note Investing
Susan Elliot grew up in a typical suburban setting until one day when she was exposed to river rafting. From that moment, the world opened up to her. She discovered a passion which led her to become a whitewater kayak instructor and river guide. After traveling the world, living full-time in an…
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083 | 14-Days of Tenting the Grand Circle with Kids
We discuss our trip around the National Parks in Utah, New Mexico, Colorado, and Arizona. 8 different campsites over 14-days, with a 6, 4, & 1 year old in a 4-person tent. Grand Canyons -> Mesa Verde -> Moab -> Arches -> Goblin Valley -> Canyonlands -> Capitol Reef -> Kodachrome -> Bryce -> Zion…
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082 | Live In Kitchen Renovation
Sunny & Sunmarie share the process of a kitchen renovation, and tips to pay attention to if you are trying to do it on a tight budget and while living in the house. https://www.famvestor.com/082
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081 | Who is Sunny Burns Anyways?
Today on the podcast, Sunny Burns shares his story. How he grew up, why he does the podcast, and the things that make him tick. Sunny's Bio: https://www.famvestor.com/resources Shownotes: https://www.famvestor.com/081
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080 | RVing Full-Time with Kids!
Craig and Bryanna Royal, along with their 4 children, have been on the road for the past seven years! They downsized from a 3000 sq ft house to a mobile home, and have been traveling around North America ever since. Shownotes: https://www.famvestor.com/080 Blog:...
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079 | Our Simple But Different Parenting Strategy
We share some of our unusual parenting strategies to build resilient thriving kids and a tight-knit family. https://www.famvestor.com/079
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078 | Living the Dream in Puerto Rico
Jonathan Jesper is an entrepreneur running a multi-million dollar business all from his laptop. After learning about the Tax Incentives for businesses to move to Puerto Rico, he moved (For the majority of the year) his business and his family there. Since then, he has met many other entrepreneurs...
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077 | 10 Daily Habits of Happy Couples
Learn the Daily-Life Habits that happy healthy couple do to have strong marriages: Go to bed at the same time Sleep Naked together Hold Hands Leave Sticky Notes Speak respectfully to each other Keep in touch during the day Date Night Massage each other https://youtu.be/kqBMbW6tHI4 (Swedish…
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076 | Traveling the World for Free
Nate Ritter had traveled extensively before getting married. He and his wife then decided to continue to travel as much as possible in order for their children to experience the world through travel. Nate then took his passion for inexpensive travel and created roomsteals.com, a closed user group...
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075 | A Recipe For Happiness
Happiness takes hardwork. Everyone is struggling to attain happiness and avoid misfortune. In this episode, we dive into how to schedule more happiness and eliminate the activities that are preventing us from pursuing happiness. https://www.famvestor.com/075
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074 | Raising Kids with Character
Before starting a family, Jodi felt she was meant to be a mother. She went into marriage with the intention to be a stay-at-home mom, but after having her first child, she was met with unexpected struggles. Humbled by her experiences, she felt unsure of herself as a mother. Working through those...
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073 | Winter Covid Kids Activities
We discuss winter time activities we are doing as a Family this COVID Winter. https://www.famvestor.com/073 Activities: Teaching the kids to catch HandStands AcroYoga: https://youtu.be/2lmWxw-rJhk Gymnastics Basketball Growing towards goals (Running) Indoor bocce ball Keep-balloon-in-air game...
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072 | Travel Hacking Case Study
Ruby Escalona and her husband have opened over 40 credit cards on their travel hacking journey and been to 37 countries! They never grew up traveling, both emigrated to the United States after their work sent them here - Ruby from the Philippines and her husband from Slovakia. Both work…
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071 | Reflect, Refresh, Reset
Sunny & Sunmarie share the importance of taking the time to review the previous year and reset for the next year ahead! www.FamVestor.com/071 For a more Goals specific podcast, please listen to www.FamVestor.com/037
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070 | The House Flipping Couple
Marcin Ferenc and wife, Joanna were both born in Poland and emigrated to the US at a young age. Neither of them had any background in real estate. Marcin did not own a single tool and had no experience in handywork. Despite this, they have managed to successfully flip 17 houses all while working...
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069 | Exploring The Outdoors with Kids
We share why we don't use strollers, our tips for getting kids hiking and camping, and how to live an exciting life as a family enjoying the great outdoors! https://www.famvestor.com/069 Links: Skidders Kids Grip Shoes: https://amzn.to/2IEfTg2 Weeride Front Mount Kids Bike Seat:...
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068 | Finanical Basics for Couples
Nine years ago, newly married Dan Hinz saw his wife come home from a shopping trip and thought "What has she gone and bought now?!" and then quickly realized if they were going to make it in marriage, he could never have that thought again. Extensive research about personal finance combined with…
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067 | The 8 Books That Changed My Life
Have you ever heard that you are the average of the 5 people you surround yourself with? Well I believe the same to be true with the thoughts and media we surround ourselves with. I never felt I was born a genius or particularly gifted in intelligence. But I am positive that the habit of reading...
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066 | Roth IRA or 529 for your Kids
Megan Marotta Russell is the Chief Operating Officer of Marotta Wealth Management. On today's podcast Megan shares with us the awesome potential of Roth-IRA's and 529's. She shares unique strategies, including how she was able to pay her 3-year old and start her Roth-IRA. A lot of golden nuggets…
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065 | My Roth IRA Doubled to $100k in 9-years!!!
I Just reached $100k in my Roth-IRA! I am only 30, and opened it when I was 21. Total contributions over these last 9-years was $49k. This $100k, even if I didn't contribute another penny, should grow to $1Million all on its own by the time I am 60 years old. That would mean $40k a year of Safe...
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064 | High Noon
Sammy Uyama shares his Unique Life Story living a life of intention. We discuss his unique upbringing learning abroad, how he went through college debt-free, created passive income by writing self-help e-books and sold them on amazon, his work at High Noon and so much more... Links:...
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063 | Rebel Family
When Dan got married 20 years ago, he and his wife thought they would have one or maybe two kids. Before they knew it they had 5 kids under the age of five years old. The struggle was real. Five kids then became seven kids. The challenge was not that they had a bunch of kids, but rather that they...
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062 | Privilege
In this episode, we talk about the best gift you can give your children... And no it has nothing to do with spiling your kids rotten with the latest gadgets... It has everything to do with your marriage - and the security, confidence, and happiness you will give your kids by making it a great…
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061 | How Planning More and Spending Less Leads to Happiness
Misty Lynch is a financial planner and life coach who helps people not only budget and invest, but also change their mindset about money. In this episode we talk about how Misty imposed a year long shopping ban on herself and the unexpected benefits it had on her life. We discuss the freedom and...
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060 | How to Start your Kids Roth-IRA
My Son at age 0 had $1,100 in his Roth-IRA. This episode reveals the step by step process of establishing a Roth-IRA and securing your child's financial future. We go over how a 0-year old can earn income, how custodial accounts work, why a Roth IRA is better than a 529 plan, Tax-saving benefits...
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059 | How We Reached 105% Financial Independence before Age 30 with 3 kids on a Single Income
Yesterday was my 30th birthday and also Sunmarie and I's 10-year anniversary! I am happy to announce that after 5 years of concerted effort, Sunmarie and I have achieved 105% Financial Independence! The last 5 years have been a whirlwind, we went from: $0 to $2+ Million in Real Estate Assets 0 to...
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058 | How to Rent Your Car on TURO
Half a year ago we bought a minivan, I debated selling our 2009 Toyota Yaris, which became an extra third car, but instead decided to rent it out on TURO. In the last 6-months, I have made $2750 by renting out the car. If I sold the car I probably could have only gotten $3500 for it. So by the…
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057 | MultiGenerational Living
We discuss the pros and cons of multigenerational living. That means living grandparents, parents, and children all under one roof! https://www.famvestor.com/057
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056 | 75 Hard for Families
For the last 41 Days, Sunmarie and I have each day, without fail: Drank one Gallon of water Read 10 pages a day Done two 45-minute Workouts (One Outdoors) Eaten Single Portion meals with no Processed Sugar in our diet Restricted our cellphone use from 8:30am - 8:30pm It has been one of the most...
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055 | Intimacy, Sex, and an Extraordinary Marriage
Hosts of the #1 Podcast about marriage on itunes, One Extraordinary Marriage, Tony and Alisa DiLorenzo have been helping couples build amazing marriages for the past 10 years by speaking about sex, love, and commitment. They challenge every listener to make their relationship a priority. They...
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054 | Family Bikes from Alaska to Argentina; 17,000 Miles in 3 years
A family death led David & Nancy Vogel to re-evaluate their own mortality, legacy, and how they were spending time with their children. They realized they wanted to seize the opportunity to do something out of the box and unexpected. Well, this family of four embarked on an epic bicycling…
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053 | Raising Your Money-Savvy Family
Doug Nordman retired at age 41 after maintaining a high savings rate despite not being high earning. He has been retired for the past 20 years and has remained financially independent through three recessions. This allowed him to provide his daughter with a valuable financial education. Carol...
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052 | Buy Your Freedom
The key 5-Steps to take to Buy Your Freedom in your 30's. College [Episode 44]: Commute from home, Go to your Community College the first two years. Cars [Episode 19]: Buy a Used Reliable Car that meets these criteria: * $5,000 * One owner, with maintenance records * 60,000 miles * Japanese make…
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051 | Parenting in the Digital Age
In this episode, we discuss how to create meaningful moments and build healthy relationships with your children in this digital age. Myrna Lapres has been a teacher, administrator and educator for over 25 years. She is a certified Family & Relationship Coach as well as a Love and Logic trainer....
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050 | One Year of Podcasting, Our Takeaways From Each Episode
Can you believe its been a year since we've started this podcast?! It's been an incredible journey and we share gems of wisdom we found in every episode. Thanks for being a loyal FamVestor listener, Godspeed! https://www.famvestor.com/050
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049 | Investing Through 5 Apocalypses & How His 14 Year Old Bought a Rental Property
Steve Rozenberg is a commercial Airline Pilot who became a Real Estate Investor when he was given a pink slip after the tragedy of 9/11. He bought his first property in his 30's, and has since owned Dozen of Rental Properties, Flipped and Wholesaled hundreds of properties, and with his partner,...
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048 | Everyone is Homeschooling; 25 Activities for Kids
25 of our all-time favorite activities we do with the kids at home: https://www.famvestor.com/048 Create a Leprechaun Trap http://www.scholastic.com/learnathome Table Topics Discussion Questions Make slime/silly putty Food Coloring Mixing Baking Soda & Vinegar Balloon Dry Ice Fun Freeze and...
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The FamVestor Podcast is all about Family, Finance, and Freedom. This weekly show will focus on creating passive income streams, being frugal, living optimally, and designing a wholesome lifestyle all for the purpose of investing in your family. In the first few episodes Sunny and Sunmarie Burns share about travel hacking, living for free via real estate investing, saving money, travel with kids, weddings for cheap, and lots more. Visit FamVestor.com
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