Financial Flexibility and The Power of CoastFI with the CoastFi Couple - 159

Money Talk with Skyler Fleming

In this episode of 'Money Talk with Skyler Fleming,' Skyler discusses the concept of Coast FI with guests Matt and Yana from the Coast FI Couple podcast. Coast FI is explained as reaching a point where one's investments are sufficient to support retirement without needing further contributions. The episode emphasizes the benefits of Coast FI, including financial flexibility, reduced stress, and the ability to prioritize both current and future goals. Matt and Yana share their personal journey, the importance of budgeting and tracking expenses, and tools like Cube Money that have helped them manage finances effectively. The conversation provides actionable insights for listeners to consider their own path to Coast FI, stressing the value of financial independence and intentional living.

01:16 Meet the Coast FI Couple

02:31 Diving into Coast FI

05:04 Understanding Coast FI

09:01 The Journey to Coast FI

15:00 Balancing Life and Finances

25:18 Achieving Financial Flexibility

30:03 Living the Budget Daily

33:31 Making Budgeting Fun

37:41 Starting Financial Conversations

45:06 Steps to Financial Independence

49:39 Envisioning a Post-Coast FI Life

51:51 Getting Started with Coast FI

53:49 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

The money talking points for this week are:

1. What would it mean for you to be able to choose to work?
2. What would you like to prioritize now instead of investing in the future?
3. What steps do you need to take to get started with CoastFI?

Checkout the CoastFI Couple Podcast at https://coastficouple.com/

Learn more about the steps to FI at https://youtu.be/gNNPbl4AthY

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