Financial independence and early retirement are huge accomplishments. Like running a marathon, becoming debt free or losing 100 pounds, they require focus, patience and a whole lot of perseverance.
This monumental financial status allows you the freedom to do what you want when you want and have the location independence you desire.
Author Deacon Hayes joins me today to talk about his new book, You Can Retire Early! We’re gonna review the ins and outs of how each and every one of us has the opportunity win at the game of early retirement.
What are we covering today?
Deacon and I discuss:
- How he reached financial independence in his 30's
- Why everyone should consider financial independence
- How we can all gain traction on our early retirement plans
Not only has he written a book about achieving financial independence, he and his family achieved it as well. Get ready to be motivated to win!
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About Our Guest: Deacon Hayes
Deacon Hayes is the Founder of Well Kept Wallet, a personal finance site dedicated to helping people make money, save money and pay off debt. He has been a contributor to the US News & World Report, Investopedia, Clark Howard and more.
He is also the author of the book, You Can Retire Early! Everything You Need to Achieve Financial Independence When You Want It.
Money Master of the Week
After 4 years of being a Stay-at-Home Mom, my wife Nicole is ready for a new challenge. She just started a new career as a professional organizer.
Nicole will be working 10-20 hours a week and will still be able to spend lots of time with our kids. This balance of family and work life is so inspiring to me!
I love you, baby!
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My wife Nicole is our Money Master of the Week!
If you have a financial victory you want to share on this show, please leave me a voicemail (or email) and include the following: name, location, your big win, how you did it and your plans for the future.
Your story will inspire others to save more, make more and plan for their family’s future.
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Deacon Hayes’ RESOURCES
Website: WellKeptWallet.com
Deacon's Book: You Can Retire Early! by Deacon Hayes
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Carpe Diem Quote
“Forget about the fast lane. If you really want to fly, harness your power to your passion. Honor your calling. Everybody has one. Trust your heart, and success will come to you.”
― Oprah Winfrey
What do you think of early retirement?
Please let me know in the comments below!
9 Comments
This is exactly what I am trying to do. And congratulations to the money master of the week, your wife! How inspiring!
I’m so proud of Nicole! It’s an incredible time in the Hill House this month 🙂 And yes, Deacon’s story is super inspiring. I’m so glad to hear you liked it Daniella!
Deacon Hayes is a champ. Well Kept Wallet grew because the guy really knows SEO. I think it’ll end up being like Nerd Wallet, with tens of millions of views each month.
Absolutely! He’s got an excellent process, plan and frame of mind.
I think he also started an SEO company. That’s the thing about online business. You start somewhere and you never really know where you end up. The growth curve is amazing.
I am seeking to plan my work life for early retirement. I wish to ensure I have a nest egg saved for retirement. I know that to do this I must be pro-active in finding ways to put a portion of my salary into some kind of retirement savings. My worry is that many companies no longer offer a pension plan, so saving for my retirement will be up me. I have concluded that to successfully save for my retirement. I must get into a saving mindset and determine what percentage of my pretax income I can possibly get by one. The rest will be deducted my paychecks and placed into my retirement savings account. I am under 30. Is this soon enough? What percentage is best? How soon is best to start?
These are all great questions Byron! The fact that you’re asking them is a great start. If you have a 401k (assuming you’re in the US) with your employer and they offer some sort of match, take advantage of that first. The more you put into the 401k (pre-tax), the less you’ll owe in taxes today. IRAs and HSAs are also great pre-tax retirement savings options.
Since I don’t know a lot about your specific situation, it may be best for you to meet with a Fee Only Certified Financial Planner (that is a Fiduciary). This professional can help guide you (for a fee) in the right direction.
I know that, This I must be pro-active in finding a spacial ways to put a portion of my salary into some kind other savings. My worry is that many companies no longer offer a pension plan, so saving for my retirement will be up me.
Start early and contribute consistently!