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Want to make more family travel memories without breaking the bank? Lyn Mettler, aka Go to Travel Gal, shares her top tips to help families quickly and easily travel for less and inspires you with ideas of where to travel on your next vacation.
How would your life change if you reached Financial Independence and got to the point where working is optional? What actions can you take today to make that not just possible but probable. Jonathan & Brad explore the tactics that the FI community uses to reclaim decades of their lives. They discuss reducing expenses, crushing debt, tax optimization, building passive income streams through online businesses and real estate and how to travel the world for free. Every episode is packed with ac ...
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430 | Mindset, Financial Independence, and Real Estate | The FI Couple
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In this episode: early financial conversations, what you truly value, house hacking, and the psychology of FI. It can be scary to have to acknowledge the reality of your financial situation, especially if you feel you do not have the financial literacy to proceed with confidence. However, setbacks and failures can often be blessings in disguise. Th…
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Veteran Tips From a Man Who's Taken 100+ Cruises: Gary Bembridge of Tips for Travellers
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If you've got a question about cruising, Lyn's guest Gary Bembridge has answers! Gary, who runs the Tips for Travellers YouTube channel, has been on more than 100 cruises and has traveled every month for the last 30 years. Gary shares some of his best cruise tips in this episode of the podcast. Related Episodes: Planning Your Cruise on the Disney W…
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429 | FI Frugal Hobbies | Chris Terrell
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In this episode: finding your why, creating space, deprivation, board games, lesson learning, and decision making. Whether you’re years into your FI journey or just beginning, evaluating your finances and spending, you may feel like you have to make some cuts into your favorite hobbies in order to reach your goal quicker. However, deprivation and c…
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5 Ways to Simplify Your Travel Rewards Strategy
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Traveling for free doesn't have to be overwhelming, confusing or time-consuming. In this episode, Lyn shares 5 steps you can take to instantly simplify your travel rewards strategy, while still allowing you to accomplish all your travel goals. Want to get on the fast-track to always fly your family free? Come join us inside the Families Fly Free me…
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428 | Fees, Frugality, and 401K Fears
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In this episode: personal investments, 401k contributions, FI is for everyone, travel rewards, task management, and taxes. On what is considered a very personal journey, how do you handle changes that feel like setbacks? Whether its spending more when you feel you should be saving, or re-evaluating goals based on what needs immediate attention, do …
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Success Story: "Blessing Your Family With Travel" With Single Traveler Cheryl Claybrooks
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Lyn interviews single traveler Cheryl Claybrooks about the creative ways she's saved on travel and how she's been able to bless her family using what she learned in Families Fly Free.By Lyn Mettler
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427 | Drawdown Strategies: Karsten vs. Fritz
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In this episode: the "average" withdrawal, Karsten's strategy, Fritz's strategy, fixed withdrawal rates, the bucket strategy, and refilling. Preparing for retirement can look different for all on the journey to FI. All of our goals differ, but we are still in the mindset of positioning ourselves for the coming years. This week we are having a face-…
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STOP! Don't Apply for a Southwest Card Until You Listen to THIS
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It's incredibly important that you don't apply for a Southwest personal card at the wrong time. Lyn explains why and WHEN to apply in this episode. Want to get on the fast-track to always fly your family free? Come join us inside the Families Fly Free membership, the BEST way to learn how to fly free using travel rewards... Learn more Download Lyn'…
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426 | What to do with $2.5 Million & Real Estate Update | Scott Trench
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In this episode: the 2.5 million dollar inversion, looking at the incentives, interest rates, your biggest asset, and potshots. When you begin your FI journey, you may feel like you must follow a certain path or plan in order to achieve your desired outcome. However, the longer you are this journey the more you realize that it is a personal one tha…
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Planning Your Cruise on the Disney Wish With Doug of Rope Drop Radio
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Ever wondered what it would be like to take a Disney cruise? Lyn interviews Disney cruise expert Doug McKnight of the Rope Drop Radio and Rope Drop on Deck podcasts to share what it's like to take a cruise on the Disney Wish, Disney’s newest ship. Resources: Podcast: Get Your Cruise on! Top Cruising Tips With Sheri of Cruise Tips TV - Episode 83 Po…
In this episode: the value of time, what are you optimizing for, bold moves, increasing your kid's odds for success, and balancing deprivation. Because we have put so many leaders, members, and experts in our community on the hot seat here at ChooseFI, we figured it was finally time we played fair and put Brad on the hot seat himself! With the assi…
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But I Like Delta Better... What You're Saying No to When You Choose Another Airline Over Southwest
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Are you unsure about flying free if it involves Southwest Airlines? I often hear people say, "But I'd rather fly Delta..." In this episode, Lyn explains what you're truly saying no to, so you can make a more informed decision.By Lyn Mettler
In this episode: budgeting, the power of FI, different funds, living in the present, and the power to make your choices. No matter your background or the hardships you’ve endured, you should never rule yourself out for success! Ruminating over your past mistakes can make you feel undeserving of the life you want, but those same mistakes can actuall…
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Success Story: You Don't Know What You Don't Know With Michele Sharples
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Families Fly Free member Michele Sharples, who considered herself a savvy travel hacker, shares how the membership helped her to learn new things, simplify and stay up to date on the key information she needs from a trustworthy source. Related Episodes: 5 Common Mistakes With Travel Rewards in 2022 How We Saved $7,700 Across 22 Free Flights Stop Ap…
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423 | What Are You Optimizing For? | Chris Hutchins
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In this episode: what sparks goals, what are you optimizing you, valuing your time, and money prioritization. Sometimes on the journey to FI, we ask ourselves the following; do I really need to spend money on this? Do I really have the time and resources for that? These questions may be easy to dismiss by saying no in order to stay on track with yo…
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Calling All Couponers: Turn Your Couponing Skills Into Free Vacations
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Want to get on the fast-track to always fly your family free? Come join us inside the Families Fly Free membership, the BEST way to learn how to fly free using travel rewards... Learn more Are you a skilled couponer? Lyn shares how to use your couponing mindset to not just earn free boxes of cereal but to fly your whole family for free! Download Ly…
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422 | Lessons From a Young Entrepreneur
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In this episode: taking the unconventional path, the price of time, early entrepreneurship, talent stacking, and the pursuit of learning. At least once in most of our FI journeys, we have pondered what our life would look like if we started earlier. Maybe you have even wondered what value could've been gained if you had started in your teenage year…
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Insider Tips for Planning an Epic Hawaii Vacation with Jordan & Erica of Hawaii Vacation Guide
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Want to get on the fast-track to always fly your family free? Come join us inside the Families Fly Free membership, the BEST way to learn how to fly free using travel rewards... Learn more Lyn chats with Erica and Jordan of Hawaii Vacation Guide about their best insider tips for planning an epic Hawaii vacation. Learn about the best excursion, beac…
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421 | Secure Act 2.0 Deep Dive | Sean Mullaney
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In this episode: taxes, the secure act 2.0, the best news, roths, 529's, catch-up contributions, and the new options you have. On December 29th 2022, Joe Biden signed into law the Secure 2.0 Act. As this law may have ramifications on your retirement tax planning, to stay ahead of the curve we decided to have The FI Tax Guy Sean Mullaney back on the…
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5 of the Most Common Mistakes With Travel Rewards in 2022
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Are you making mistakes with your travel rewards? Lyn shares the 5 most common travel rewards mistakes she saw in 2022 and offers tips and advice to keep help you avoid them! Want to get on the fast-track to always fly your family free? Come join us inside the Families Fly Free membership, the BEST way to learn how to fly free using travel rewards.…
In this episode: mindfulness, removing judgement, thoughts creating reality, envisioning, awareness, and the hot seat. Oftentimes on our show we like to remind listeners that achieving FI isn’t an end all be all to one’s problems, and that reaching financial independence doesn’t automatically equate to happiness. An important part of the journey is…
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Don't Put Off Travel! Success Story With Retiree Kay Wallingford
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Retiree Kay Wallingford shares how she and her husband traveled around the U.S. and to Europe using Lyn's simple fly-free strategy. She tells us why we should start traveling as soon as possible so we can visit all the places on our bucket lists!By Lyn Mettler
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419 | Your Bold Move for 2023 | Dominick Quartuccio
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In this episode: bold moves, building bold moves, dreams, themes, uncomfortable awareness, and finding energy. For most people, a new year can signify new goals that we hope to accomplish. Regardless of where you are on the FI journey, the new year ushers in a time for change and welcomes the opportunity to learn and grow! In this episode we are re…
It's time to plan your 2023 travels! Lyn offers 5 travel planning tips to help you decide where to go and save as much as possible in 2023. Want to get on the fast-track to always fly your family free? Come join us inside the Families Fly Free membership, the BEST way to learn how to fly free using travel rewards... Learn more Download Lyn's FREE l…
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418 | Investing Lessons Learned in 2022 | Brian Feroldi
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In this episode: the federal reserve, interest rates, buying the hype, the problems with effortless earning, and narrative follows price. It’s suffice to say this past year has been one of distinct changes from a financial perspective, with investment techniques and former practices no longer working the same as they did two years ago. However, the…
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Not All Companion Passes Are Created Equal: Comparing Delta's and Alaska's to Southwest's
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When people hear me talk about the Southwest Companion Pass, they sometimes say, "well I fly Delta/Alaska and they ALSO have a Companion Pass." Here's the thing... Delta's and Alaska's Companion Passes in NO WAY compare to the value you get from the Southwest Companion Pass. In this episode, I explain why. Want to get on the fast-track to always fl…
Happy Holidays! As the year's end approaches, it's only natural to look back and think of all that you’ve accomplished. Whether you just began your FI journey this year or are well on your way, recognizing the improvements you’ve made throughout the year is essential and worth celebrating! This episode is our 6th annual year-end wins episode, and w…
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Success Story: Flying Free With Young Kids & $10K Saved With Thea Cabanilla
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Learn how this family of 5 saved a record $10,000 in travel expenses and had so many points, they were able to book the baby in his own seat even though he could have flown free! Want to get on the fast-track to always fly your family free? Come join us inside the Families Fly Free membership, the BEST way to learn how to fly free using travel rewa…
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416 | Learning to Leave | Diania Merriam
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In this episode: using your resources to create change, your employer is your customer, identifying discrimination, and abundance mindsets. For some on the journey to FI, it may seem like you must at all cost continuously strive to meet your monetary goal as quickly as possible. However, staying in toxic and unfulfilling work environments to hold t…
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415 | Four Thousand Weeks | ChooseFI Book Club
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In this episode: slowing down, stoicism, finding something to neglect on purpose, focusing on the present, flow states, and actionable steps. Throughout the history of this podcast we have had many guests discuss books that have offered great advice and education to them on the Journey to FI, and with the large selection to choose from we can't thi…
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Disney Vacation Club: Buying Direct vs Resale With Chad of My DVC Points
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Want to get on the fast-track to always fly your family free? Come join us inside the Families Fly Free membership, the BEST way to learn how to fly free using travel rewards... Learn more If you've ever considered Disney Vacation Club, you first need to understand the 2 methods to becoming a member: direct or resale. In this episode, Chad Pennycuf…
In this episode: the value of a door, the hour FIRE method, tax breaks, focusing on income, and return on hassle. Many of our listeners have tuned in to hear our guests discuss the real estate market, mortgages, and taxes as it relates to obtaining property. However, many of us on the road to FI may not realize how scaling the properties you own ca…
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Disney World at Thanksgiving Trip Recap: Disney Vacation Club, Space 220, Genie+ and More!
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Lyn shares all the details of her Thanksgiving 2022 trip to Disney World, including the latest on Genie+, how she scored popular dining reservations, her review of her Disney Vacation Club stay at Boardwalk and Beach Club and more! Download Lyn's FREE list of her favorite Disney restaurants below... FamiliesFlyFree.com/Disney-Dining Related Episode…
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413 | Mental Wealth & Healing | Rich Jones
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In this episode: success on paper, building the life you want, therapy, craving progression, and what leads to change. When beginning and well into your FI journey, it may seem like reaching and achieving your end goal of financial independence will somehow leave you feeling happier and more fulfilled. However, reaching this end goal doesn’t automa…
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412 | What's In Your Index Fund? | Katie & Alan Donegan
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In this episode; global funds, it's not doctrine, index funds, VTSAX, what is in index funds, and the opposite of active investing. If you've been in the FI community for a while now, you've probably at one point have heard of index Funds. However, whether you are familiar with this concept of investing, have invested in index funds, or are unfamil…
Need a higher credit score before you can start collecting frequent flyer miles to fly free? Lyn has multiple time-tested tips from personal experience and working with hundreds of families over the years to get you into the high 600s ASAP. Want to get on the fast-track to always fly your family free? Come join us inside the Families Fly Free membe…
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411 | The Simple Path to Wealth | JL Collins
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In this episode: VTSAX funds, bonds, cap-weighted funds, finding your ballasts, staying the course, and the simple path to wealth. This week, we are getting back to the basics! While many of you who have been in the FI community for a while now have definitely heard of JL Collins, those who are new should absolutely be prepared to absorb the wealth…
Selecting and timing your travel cards correctly is a key part of using travel rewards in a simple and easy way. Lyn explains the Chase 5/24 rule and how it works with her fly-free strategy. Want a personalized look at what travel cards you need to have in play and when to get them to simply and easily fly free? Come join us inside the Families Fly…
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410 | Short-Term Rentals on the Path to FI | Kelly Cronin
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In this episode: finding mentors, the superpower of making less, traveling while making less, rental properties, and the one percent rule. For some who begin the FI journey, it's about doing all they can to reach that FI number, but for many people the journey to FI is about the people you meet and learn from along the way! On this week’s episode w…
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409 | 401(k), Mega Backdoor Roth and the Premium Tax Credit | Sean Mullaney
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In this episode: w2 employment to self-employment, s-coporations vs self-employment, avoiding penalties, megas backdoor roths, retirement planning, and health insurance. Most of us are familiar with a W2 job, and there is a certain level of convenience that comes with working a W2 job as it relates to retirement planning and taxes. So much so that …
Capital One Venture X is one of my favorite new travel cards, which offers a flexible rewards system. I share my thoughts on how I like to use it, as well as information about its awesome travel perks and how to earn more miles on this flexible travel card. Thanks for using our link if you decide to apply for this card: https://www.familiesflyfree.…
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408 | Debt Payoff, Disney & Taking Action | Audrey
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In this episode: taking action, travel rewards, career progression, the mission to net zero, and value propositions for college. Whether you were raised to live frugally or if the lessons and lifestyle of FI are just now being introduced into your life, the journey to FI is full of ebbs and flow, not only with your finances, but with the knowledge …
In this episode: growth during the job hunt, exploring entrepreneurship, tips for career growth, and second generation FI. It's only natural that on the journey to FI you will want to pivot. Whether it is your financial outlook or even your career outlook, it's only natural to have reservations about making a change that could benefit you in the lo…
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From Skeptical to 8X ROI in Free Travel With Families Fly Free Member Jerry Quinn
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Jerry shares how his Oregon family of 4 prioritized family travel with his college-age kids and learned how to really maximize travel rewards. With trips to Hawaii, Colorado, flights to the Midwest to visit family and more, they’ve saved $7000 (an 8x ROI) with their membership. Want to get on the fast-track to always fly your family free? Come join…
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406 | 18 Months of Massive Action | Josue
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In this episode: taking action, asking questions, navigating information, getting to where you want to go, the reason we learn, and growth mindsets! Beginning your FI journey often means facing a lot of unfamiliar knowledge being thrown at you. With all the resources and alternative information provided, we know firsthand that it can be overwhelmin…
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405 | Matt & Meg | Households of FI Update
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Making Merry With Mickey: Holidays at Disney with Doug of Rope Drop Radio
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Lyn chats about going to Disney during the holidays with Doug from Rope Drop Radio. They both share lots of tips and tricks for experiencing Disney’s amazing holiday offerings and making the most of your time at the parks. Want to get on the fast-track to always fly your family to Disney free? Come join us inside the Families Fly Free membership, t…
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404 | Just Keep Buying | Nick Maggiulli
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In this episode: income-producing assets, REITs, the 4% rule, optimal spending, saving too much, and why you will never feel rich. It is believed that in order to reach FI, cutting expenses and limited spending seems like the ideal way to your end goal, but are you missing out on ways to spend-to-earn because it feels right? Well, this week we are …
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Get Your Cruise on! Top Cruising Tips With Sheri of Cruise Tips TV
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Flying free is a great way to get to ports for cruising! Sheri Griffith with CruiseTipsTV joins Lyn to talk about everything from how to save on a cruise to choosing the right cruise for your family and the most common mistakes she sees. Want to get on the fast-track to always fly your family free to your next cruise or anywhere in the US, Caribbea…
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403 | Alignment & Adjustments | Scott & Taylor Rieckens
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In this episode: balancing deprivation and happiness, making adjustments, everything is negotiable, the evolution of alignment, adjusted awareness, and intentionality in community. Five years ago, Scott and Taylor Rieckens publicly began their path to FI by creating the fantastic documentary "Playing With FIRE." The documentary depicts their life a…
