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ChooseFIThis Year Everything Changes | Ep 580Jonathan Mendonsa has appeared on several ChooseFI episodes over the past few years, but 2026 marks a major evolution of the show. ChooseFI is being reimagined as a more interactive, more collaborative, and more deeply community-driven experience. As part of this next chapter, Jonathan officially returns to the show as Brad's frequent co-host, helping lead a truly crowdsourced platform where the community plays an active role in shaping the conversation around financial independence. Together, Brad, Jonathan, and the ChooseFI community are building a space focused on shared discovery — the first critical step on the path to fi...
2026-01-0558 min
SaaS That App - Building Tech-Enabled BusinessesHow Cockroach Mode + Curiosity Rebuilt a Career from ScratchWhat does it take to go from $160,000 in student debt to financial independence and then reinvent yourself as a self-taught developer? In this episode of SaaS That App: Building B2B Web Applications, Jonathan Mendonsa, Co-founder of ChooseFI, joins Justin Edwards to share how principles like talent stacking, cockroach mode, and curiosity-driven learning can help anyone design a career and life on their own terms.What You’ll Learn:Jonathan’s lessons from building a platform for tens of thousands of usersHow to escape debt-driven career constraintsWhy financial independence is really about reclaiming your timeThe cockroach mode...
2025-12-0254 min
Forget About Money🏛️ The Mount Rushmore of Financial Independence & Tipping Culture Gone Wild! 😬🗽 Carla and I reveal our picks for the “Mount Rushmore of Financial Independence,” highlighting the icons, authors, and community leaders who inspire the FI movement. Watch and Subscribe on YouTube😬 Additionally, we acknowledge the current tipping culture and how it's gone wild in recent years—tipping pressure, guilt, and where we draw the line.🥇 In this episode, we discuss: 1️⃣ David’s Mount Rushmore of Financial Independence: Pete Adeney (Mr. Money Mustache), Brad Barrett and Jonathan Mendonsa (ChooseFI), Stephen Baughier (CampFI), and JL Collins (The Simple Path to Wealth)2️⃣ Carla’s Mount Rushmore of Financial...
2024-11-2040 min
Canadian Wealth SecretsStop Saying You’re Not Ready YetIn this episode of the Invested Teacher Podcast, we'll delve into the transformative journey of taking that crucial first step towards your financial and time freedom goals.Join us as we discuss why you're never "not ready" to get started on your investment journey, the significance of mentorship and coaching, and how to break through limiting mindsets that may be holding you back.Discover the importance of acknowledging that investing in any asset class is indeed a form of work, and learn actionable strategies to tackle your real barriers to...
2023-11-0837 minCanadian Wealth SecretsDo You Have Your Financial Plan Backwards?The Invested Teacher Team is back with another podcast episode where we delve into the critical aspects of building a solid financial plan that serves as the foundation for successful investing. Many people find themselves hesitant to start their investment journey, feeling like the financial successes of others are unattainable. This episode provides valuable insights and practical advice to dispel such doubts by helping you to take care of the necessary “stepping stones” needed to have success investing.The episode emphasizes that merely having the goal of "investing" is not enough. It's essential to esta...
2023-11-0146 min
Ordinary Sherpa: Family Adventure Coaching and Design130 | Better than Average Podcasting with Jonathan Mendonsa from Choose FIPodcasting is a medium that has allowed me to 10x my network, have meaningful conversations with people I wouldn't otherwise have access to, elevate the stories rarely shared in the industry, and establish my voice and share my story. It wasn't until working with a few podcast coaching clients that I realized that while there is more happening behind the scenes, it doesn't mean everything has to be official there for me to share this episode. Show Notes: If you do have a podcast or are interested in starting one the link to schedule a podcast coa...
2023-10-301h 10Canadian Wealth SecretsWhy Going 10x Is Easier Than 2xJoin us for another podcast episode deep dive with the spotlight on Dan Sullivan and Dr. Benjamin Hardy's book, "10x is Easier Than 2x," which challenges conventional thinking and paves the way for transformative success in life and in business. The episode delves into several key ideas that can help listeners embark on a journey towards their financial and time freedom goals with a fresh perspective.Defying conventional wisdom can be your golden ticket to success. Hardy and Sullivan advocate for a 10x mindset over sticking to the status quo...
2023-10-2532 minCanadian Wealth SecretsSaving Taxes and Accelerating Your Investments with The Smith ManeuverJoin us in this episode as we dive into the intricacies of the Smith Maneuver, a powerful financial strategy that can help you grow your wealth while efficiently managing your mortgage. We break down the key concepts, strategies, and potential benefits of implementing the Smith Maneuver, and provide real-world examples to help you understand its application. Whether you're a seasoned investor or just starting on your financial journey, this episode offers valuable insights into how you can make your mortgage work for you.What you’ll learn:What is the Smith Maneuver and how does it wo...
2023-10-1840 minCanadian Wealth SecretsMomentum Hacks: Turbocharge Your ProgressIn our latest podcast episode, we dive deep into the transformative concept of the Flywheel Effect—a principle that holds immense power not only in business but in every aspect of life. Join us as we explore how the Flywheel Effect can help you generate unstoppable momentum through steady, consistent effort in your business, life, or financial portfolio. In this episode, you'll discover:The Magic of Small Steps: Learn why consistent, incremental progress is the secret ingredient for compounding success in your business and personal life.Key Drivers to You...
2023-10-1126 minOrdinary Sherpa: Family Adventure Coaching and Design127 | Adventures in Entrepreneurship with Brad Barrett from Choose FIAfter years in public accounting as a CPA, Brad reached financial independence at the age of 35 through diligent savings and investing. Brad Is passionate about everything from saving money, to living a more healthy lifestyle, to ‘boring’ things like tracking your finances and cutting down on your tax bill. But his favorite topic is leveraging credit card rewards to save more money, and take trips you never would have dreamed possible for pennies on the dollar.Co-Founders and Co-Hosts Brad Barrett and Jonathan Mendonsa, ChooseFI has become home to the largest Financial Independence community in the world. Every podcast epis...
2023-10-0555 minCanadian Wealth SecretsInvested Teacher Deals UpdateIn our latest episode, Jon Orr and Kyle Pearce take some time to discuss some of what wealth building and investment opportunities have been keeping them busy. Tune in to hear our journey to expand your investment horizons and refine your decision-making skills. Explore an intriguing concept shared by Kyle for those who hold shares of private corporations and discover the art of recognizing when to put a deal in the "too hard bin." We provide insights into understanding your margin of safety and why what's a good investment for one person might not b...
2023-10-0437 minCanadian Wealth SecretsWhat Are You Waiting For? Why Excuses Keep You Stuck In a State of InactionIn our latest episode, we dive deep into the world of real estate investment, offering invaluable insights for both beginners and seasoned investors. Explore the critical question of when to enter the real estate market, and why thinking short term can hinder your investment potential.Prepare to capitalize on the vast opportunities in the real estate market by setting your mindset for success, and learn why treating real estate investing as a business, rather than a simple investment, is a game-changer.We debunk the pursuit of perfection as your enemy...
2023-09-2730 minCanadian Wealth SecretsHow to Work With Your Instincts and Not Against ThemWe all know there are certain tasks that we gravitate towards and others that we tend to shy away from. However, what if we told you that there are many activities that you are doing on a daily basis that give you energy, while many others that are draining you of that energy? In this episode, Kyle Pearce and Jon Orr will take a deep dive into learning what drives you and what drains you through Kathy Kolbe’s Instinct Test called the Kolbe-A Test. Learn why Kyle’s perfect Kolbe Number of 8-3-7-3...
2023-09-2031 minCanadian Wealth SecretsInvesting Complexity: How Passive or Active Is Your Investing Style?Are you like many of the Invested Teacher listeners who are thinking you want to go all in on side hustles, real estate, stock options trading, infinite banking, and more? While it might all seem like roses and butterflies, there is a lot of learning and a ton of ongoing work related to the Invested Teacher Team wealth building journey. In fact, our journey might be a perfect fit for you, or it might feel like shoving a round peg into a square hole. In this episode, we are going to help you discover h...
2023-09-1324 minCanadian Wealth SecretsClarifying Your Life’s Why So You Can Achieve Your Dream LifestyleTaking that initial step into entrepreneurship can be a leap of faith, and we dive into strategies to navigate this pivotal moment. Discover actionable tips to overcome uncertainties and embrace the first steps towards building your entrepreneurial path.Uncover the driving force behind taking risks and stepping outside your comfort zone. We explore the factors that motivate individuals to embrace challenges and seize opportunities, fostering a mindset of growth and resilience.Structuring your goals is essential for both short-term and long-term success. We delve into effective strategies to frame your...
2023-09-0634 minCanadian Wealth SecretsHow to Find the Funds For Your Financial FutureWelcome to a transformative episode of the Invested Teacher Podcast, where we delve into the realm of financial planning and empowerment. Join us as we uncover invaluable insights to guide you on the journey of finding the funds you need to secure your financial future.Navigating the maze of debt is a crucial step, and we explore the art of consolidating debt with purpose. Discover strategies to streamline your financial obligations, empowering you to regain control and move forward towards financial freedom.What you’ll learn:
2023-08-3031 minCanadian Wealth SecretsDoes 90% of Success Come From Just Showing Up?In this episode we dive into the heart of personal development and wealth building. Join us as we uncover key insights that empower you to take your journey towards prosperity to the next level.Kyle, Jon, and Matt dissect Woody Allen’s quote: “90% of Success Is Just Showing Up”. Is it really true? What makes up the first 90% and the last 10% for real success? The 80-20 rule also shows up, offering a holistic perspective on achieving success in various aspects of life, including wealth building. Delve into how...
2023-08-2332 minCanadian Wealth SecretsYour Investment Advisor’s Definition of Risk Is Wrong!On this episode of the Invested Teacher podcast we explore the topic of investing risk, how we perceive it, understanding what you are actually risking, risk’s impact on our investing decisions, how you can leverage expertise to minimize risk, and how risk evolves with learning and experience.As you’ll quickly learn, your investment advisor’s definition of risk is pretty limited and it may even be outright wrong!Let’s take some time to help you determine which of the investment opportunities or business ideas you’re currently stewing on...
2023-08-1631 minCanadian Wealth SecretsBuilding 'Life' Wealth: Balancing Experiences and Financial Growth with Canadian Idol & Real Estate Investor Ryan MalcolmJoin us on a captivating journey as we sit down with Ryan Malcolm, the multi-talented Canadian Idol winner, who has since blossomed into a thriving entrepreneur, restaurant owner, and real estate investor. Ryan's inspirational story and profound insights will undoubtedly leave you motivated and empowered to embrace life with purpose.In this episode, we explore the notion of "living" life beyond traditional norms. Discover why waiting until retirement age to truly start living may not be the most fulfilling approach. Ryan shares eye-opening perspectives on how sacrificing some income or assets today can lead...
2023-08-0938 minCanadian Wealth SecretsFrom Striver to Success: Income Generation Strategies for Wealth GrowthIn our latest episode of the Invested Teacher podcast, we delve into the transformative power of an entrepreneurial mindset and its profound impact on building wealth and achieving your investment goals. Join us as we explore the key strategies and insights that can propel you towards financial success and personal fulfillment.Are you wondering if you have enough money to reach your investment aspirations? Discover practical tips and techniques to assess your financial standing and align it with your investment objectives. Learn how to make informed decisions and take confident steps towards your wealth-building...
2023-08-0234 minCanadian Wealth SecretsTo Buy or Not to Buy: A Live Property AnalysisIn this episode, we dive into the intricacies of a recent property that crossed our desks, sharing the journey of negotiating our way to an accepted offer.We provide a comprehensive overview of our process for efficiently finding and analyzing investment properties. From identifying potential opportunities to conducting thorough property inspections, we offer valuable insights to guide you in your own investment endeavors.Decision-making metrics play a crucial role in determining whether a property is worth purchasing. We discuss the key factors to consider when evaluating an investment property, enabling...
2023-07-2634 minCanadian Wealth SecretsWho's Your Guide Along Your Hero's Journey?Luke Skywalker, Harry Potter and even Marlin from Finding Nemo were all heroes in their respective stories, but they didn’t do it alone; each of them had a guide. In today’s episode, we’ll discuss your role as the hero in your wealth building story and why you should have guides along the way to ensure that you not only maximize your investing potential, but also minimize your time horizon through coaching and mentorship. The Invested Teachers also dig into the importance of recognizing where you are well-positioned to mentor others around you whi...
2023-07-1937 minCanadian Wealth SecretsThe ONLY Skill You Need to Become Successful (It’s Not What You Think!)Join us as we explore why effective employees are often natural salespeople and how their skills can be harnessed to elevate your own selling abilities. Learn why storytelling is a crucial skill for sales professionals and how it can help you forge stronger connections with clients. Gain insights into the power of building your sales skills to boost confidence and excel in any industry. Plus, uncover the art of opening and closing story loops to secure more investment deals. Tune in now and unlock your sales potential!What you’ll learn:
2023-07-1235 minCanadian Wealth SecretsIs Your Big Bank Investment Strategy Paying Off?As we cross the 6 month mark of the Invested Teacher Podcast, we are starting to recognize that we have many Invested Students who are eager to diversify their investment nestegg across different asset classes like real estate, stock investing, options trading and safer insurance products, but they haven’t taken care of their current investments with their “Big Bank”. In today’s episode, Jon Orr and Kyle Pearce dig into what millions of investors have the majority of their investment funds tied up in: big bank mutual fund products. Before you dig into analyzing that next...
2023-07-0536 minCanadian Wealth SecretsRent-to-Own Revealed: Unravelling the Mechanics and Benefits of this Unique Real Estate StrategyIn the latest episode of the Invested Teacher podcast, we delve into the fascinating world of rent-to-own agreements, uncovering the strategies for turning past failures into valuable learning experiences. Join us as we explore the intricacies of rent-to-own agreements, shedding light on how they work, when they can be a good fit, and the essential systems necessary for achieving success.One of the key topics we tackle is the power of learning from scenarios that haven't worked in your favour. We believe that failures can be invaluable teachers, providing unique insights into what went...
2023-06-2830 minCanadian Wealth SecretsDesigning Win-Win Investment Deals using the 90-10 RuleOn today’s episode, the Invested Teacher Team discusses how knowing your strengths and weaknesses as an investor can be a tool to avoid allowing greed to hold you back from opportunities to structure deals that promote strong partnerships where everybody wins. In particular, they dive into a mixed use multi-unit building held by Kyle and Matt in their North Shore Properties portfolio and how they have been sharing it with a handful of potential buyers who are strong in areas where they are weak to find a winning opportunity for everyone....
2023-06-2136 minCanadian Wealth SecretsShould I Optimize Deals For Cash Flow or Appreciation?Discover strategies for evolving your decision-making process, securing assets in high-interest rate environments, harnessing data to project future revenue, cultivating a wealth-building mindset, and finding the optimal mix of risk and returns. Join us as we share valuable insights to revolutionize your approach to real estate investing and propel your success. Listen now and unlock the secrets to achieving remarkable results in the real estate market.What you’ll learn: Evolving Decision Making: Adapting to Market ChangesDiscover how to navigate changing market conditions with confidence.S...
2023-06-1433 minCanadian Wealth SecretsWhy Inflation Is a Real Estate Investor's Best FriendJoin us in this eye-opening episode as we explore the untapped potential of inflation in building wealth and combating debt. Uncover the hidden benefits of inflation and how it can magically shrink your debt burden over time. We'll delve into the concept of "good debt" tied to assets like real estate and reveal real-life examples of how inflation can boost your earning power. However, we'll also shed light on the risks and caveats to consider when dealing with inflation. Tune in to master the inflation game and learn how to use it wisely to your advantage while keeping...
2023-06-0729 minCanadian Wealth SecretsSetbacks to Success: Mastering the Art of Productive Real Estate InvestingIn this episode, we delve into the world of real estate investing to address some common misconceptions and fears that hold people back from pursuing this lucrative opportunity. We tackle the notion of "regrets and mistakes" often associated with real estate investing and reveal why they may not be regrets at all.We explore the best timing for real estate investments and provide insights into how to overcome fears that can hinder your growth as an investor. Distinguishing between investment regrets and mistakes, we discuss productive ways to respond to them and learn from...
2023-05-3134 minCanadian Wealth SecretsThe Stock Market Versus The Housing Market: Where’s the Win?In our latest podcast episode, we delve deep into the fascinating topic of real estate and stock market investing, uncovering the key factors to consider when making investment decisions. Join us as we explore the following thought-provoking questions:The Emotional vs. Rational Decision: Discover why buying a primary residence is often driven by emotions, while investing in a rental property should be approached from a rational perspective. We'll discuss the financial implications and long-term benefits of each.Primary Residence as an Asset: Is your primary residence truly a good asset? We'll challenge the conventional...
2023-05-2438 minCanadian Wealth SecretsFinancial Planning for Early Retirement: Are You Ready to Quit Your Job?In this episode, we help answer the most common question that we’ve been asked by listeners, “How can I invest in real estate to help me leave my job or retire early?” We explore some big ideas around the emotional and logical sides of considering an early retirement including questions to ask yourself before deciding to quit or retire, whether you should focus on replacing or adding to your current income, how to determine if your financial plan is adequate enough, as well as what to do with your commuted pension. What y...
2023-05-1744 minCanadian Wealth SecretsFour (4) Ways To Fund Your Child’s Post Secondary EducationHave you thought about the financial implications that your children are facing when it comes to post-secondary education? If you have, how confident are you in the strategy you’ve selected to help ease the financial burden of the opportunity post-secondary education provides? If you’re wondering whether there might be some creative and safe ways to help your child continue their educational journey beyond high school without breaking their financial futures in the process, then you’ll want to stick around for this episode where we will share four (4) strategies you should consider to optimize your education saving...
2023-05-1044 minCanadian Wealth SecretsThe Magical Money Machine That Turns $16k Into $21k SafelyImagine being able to build a wealth generating machine that allows you to basically print money. Imagine if you could start building this machine passively and within just a handful of years, the machine begins turning $16,000 into 17,000, then a few years later it begins turning $16,000 into $21,000. After 20 years, the machine has become so efficient that it will take $16,000 and turn it into $33,500 while only getting better and better with no market risk at all. What is this magical machine we are referring to?Dig into this episode to find out!What yo...
2023-05-0356 minCanadian Wealth SecretsBeing Creative to Create Wealth [Part 2]When you feel like you don’t have any wiggle room to start your wealth-building fund and you’re ready to throw in the towel on the dream of becoming financially free then you better listen up! In this episode Kyle and Jon introduce one of many creative solutions to creating a pathway to wealth and your financial freedom. What you’ll learn: How you can creatively design deals that help achieve the goals of all people involved;How you can help build your personal wealth while he...
2023-04-2635 minCanadian Wealth SecretsBeing Creative to Create Wealth [Part 1]When you feel like you don’t have any wiggle room to start your wealth-building fund and you’re ready to throw in the towel on the dream of becoming financially free then you better listen up! In this episode Kyle and Jon introduce one of many creative solutions to creating a pathway to wealth and your financial freedom. What you’ll learn: How you can creatively design deals that help achieve the goals of all people involved;How you can help build your personal wealth while he...
2023-04-1924 minCanadian Wealth SecretsYou Paid Off Your Mortgage? Now What?In this episode we explore a scenario in which Matt has the option of completely paying off the mortgage of his next personal residence. He wonders aloud how best to approach having funds to invest with the financial peace of mind that comes with paying off one’s mortgage. Kyle and Jon share some incredibly creative ideas on how to maintain financial flexibility while enjoying the comfort of having a minimal mortgage.What you’ll learn: Should I pay off my mortgage in full?What happens after m...
2023-04-1242 minCanadian Wealth SecretsAnalyze An 11-Unit Multi-Family Property With UsHow confident are you on running the numbers on a prospective deal? The more deals you analyze the better equipped you’ll be when the right deal comes along. Join Kyle and Jon in this episode as they review a deal that came across their desk for an 11-unit multi-family property in real time. What should you look for in a good deal? How should you run the numbers? Good deals are not found, they’re made so toss in your earbuds and let’s get to work. What you’ll learn: How to determine...
2023-04-0548 minCanadian Wealth SecretsNo Flipping Way! - The Case Against Flipping in Real EstateWhile flipping is one of the most popularized and commonly discussed real estate investing strategies, it’s one that we actively avoid. In this episode, we share our experiences with past flips and some of the challenges and complications that make them one of our least preferred strategies. We’ll discuss the flipping variables to be aware of and if you are pursuing this strategy, what you can do to help ensure your success.What you’ll learn: Why the unexpected or expected variables in flipping are not worth you...
2023-03-2937 minCanadian Wealth SecretsCrunching The Numbers For Retirement: How Much Do I Need To Retire?Now that we’ve taken some time in the last episode to discuss what your retirement is going to look like and even gave you some homework for what you might want to think about as you look down the road, we will dive deeper down the retirement rabbithole to crunch some numbers for retirement.Stick around as Jon and Kyle geek out on the numbers when they jump into a spreadsheet and play with the magic of compound interest and the silver bullets of real estate for those who have defined pension plans al...
2023-03-2251 min
The Long ViewBrad Barrett: ‘Start With a Small Win’Our guest on the podcast today is Brad Barrett. Brad is the co-founder of ChooseFI, which is a website focused on achieving financial independence. With Jonathan Mendonsa, Brad is co-host of a popular podcast also called ChooseFI. Brad received his bachelor’s degree in accounting from the University of Richmond and became a CPA. He practiced public accounting for years and eventually achieved financial independence by age 35. Brad is passionate about all aspects of personal finance, but especially the topic of scoring good deals on travel, which is a topic we discussed in depth on the podcast.Ba...
2023-03-2156 minCanadian Wealth SecretsWhat’s Your Retirement Going to Look Like?In this episode Jon, Matt, and Kyle discuss various retirement projections and scenarios for people who have defined benefit pension plans, with set retirement dates and incomes. They discuss some prompts for deeper thinking around what retirement might look like; how much money people might expect to have in retirement, and whether it will be enough to support their projected lifestyle in retirement, as well as discuss how some investment ideas might enhance one’s financial outlook in retirement.What you’ll learn: How to do some deeper thinki...
2023-03-1540 minCanadian Wealth SecretsWho Should Be On Your Team? Hurdles to Buying Real Estate Investment Property - Part 4A common barrier that prevents investors from getting into real estate is thinking that they have to do everything themselves. If you think you have to find the right property, find the right financial backing, manage the books, and answer those midnight calls to fix that broken water heater then you’re thinking about this the wrong way. Listen in as we outline who to arrange on your real estate investment team so you can build your wealth as passively as you can. What you’ll learn: Why having...
2023-03-0853 minCanadian Wealth SecretsHow To Analyze A Deal with Technicals: Hurdles To Real Estate Investing - Part 3Choosing the right deal for buying an investment property can be a major hurdle for new and experienced investors, but it doesn't have to be. How do you analyze a property by the numbers so you can feel confident to either move forward or toss the deal away and move on to the next one? In today’s episode, we’ll continue our Hurdles to Real Estate Investing series by digging into Kyle’s favourite part of the rental property analysis process: the technicals!What y...
2023-03-0156 minCanadian Wealth SecretsFundamentals To Finding The Right Deal - Hurdles To Real Estate Investment - Part 2Let’s continue the conversation around the barriers to investing in real estate. After the last episode where we explored an overview of some hurdles including financial and financing considerations, we take a deep dive into the fundamentals that we explore when searching for new properties to add to our real estate portfolio. Turn up the volume and toss that phone in your pocket, because we are going to dig in and clear up some common barriers related to real estate fundamentals.What you’ll le...
2023-02-2248 minCanadian Wealth SecretsHurdles to Buying Real Estate Investment Property - Part 1Let’s discuss the barriers to investing in real estate. All three of the hosts spent years thinking about, planning, and learning about real estate investing ever before they took the plunge. What were the barriers that prevented them from starting earlier? What barriers may you be facing that have halted your action to start down this pathway to your financial future. Let’s dig in and clear up some common barriers to investing in real estate. What you’ll learn: How I can get over analysis paralysis and get...
2023-02-1539 minCanadian Wealth SecretsHelping Kids With Financial LiteracyIn this episode Jon, Matt, and Kyle help you help your kids think about, earn, and use money that will put them on a pathway to build their own wealth. Let’s unpack common mindsets about earning and spending money, practical systems to help your kids understand the power of compound interest through routine activities, and what lessons can be helpful to emerge the big ideas around what Einstein refers to as “The 8th Wonder of the World.”What you’ll learn: How to help your...
2023-02-0849 minCanadian Wealth SecretsStocks, Side-Hustle, or Real-Estate?In this episode Jon, Matt, and Kyle discuss the similarities and differences to investing in three common asset classes. While on the surface stock investing, owning-operating a business, and real-estate investing seem quite different, under the hood they all share similar benefits that can help you work towards building your wealth. What you’ll learn: How earning a stock dividend is similar to earning cash flow on a real-estate property; How to start a side-hustle and how you can use your new business to build your wealt...
2023-02-0144 minCanadian Wealth SecretsThe Three Silver Bullets of Real Estate InvestingWhy do we choose real estate as our primary go-to investment source? How does real estate grow your wealth in three ways while other types of investments only grow in at most two ways? In this episode we highlight why appreciation is not the goal of the investment but the cherry on top! Stick around and we’ll convince you why real estate should be in your investment portfolio regardless of risk profile. What you’ll learn: How you can get started...
2023-01-2550 minCanadian Wealth SecretsYour Wealth Building Blueprint - Part 3Now that you’ve taken care of a plan to identify and fund your first investment on your journey to financial freedom, there is no doubt that you are going to want to get started faster than your pay yourself first strategy will currently allow. In this episode we’ll outline two strategies where you can learn to supercharge your investment seed money. This is the third and final episode in the Wealth Building Blueprint series. What you’ll...
2023-01-1840 minCanadian Wealth SecretsYour Wealth Building Blueprint - Part 2As you continue to understand your budget and systematically pay yourself first you should also be thinking about what that first investment will be. In this episode the guys share what asset classes you could be investing in and how you can get started with those investments. This is the second episode in the Wealth Building Blueprint series. What you’ll learn: How you might get started investing in real estate through improving your primary residence;How you might enter...
2023-01-1136 minCanadian Wealth SecretsMoving From Uninvested Towards Financial FreedomIn this inaugural episode of the Invested Teacher Podcast the hosts Jon, Kyle, and Matt discuss mindsets, beliefs, and goals of planning for their financial freedom. Stick around and you’ll hear what youw didn’t learn in school that you should have, how your parents may have influenced your financial decisions in a positive or negative way, and how you can start your journey to becoming financially free. What you’ll learn: How we can move toward financial freedomHow can we help p...
2023-01-0425 minCanadian Wealth SecretsWhy You Don’t Want To Pay Down Your Mortgage As Fast As You CanThe hosts address this common idea or “teaching” that many people have been taught to believe: you should pay down your mortgage as fast as possible. Stick around and you’ll learn how you can best leverage the value of your home so you can build and compound your wealth. What you’ll learn: Why paying down your mortgage may not be the best option to build your wealth; What is the difference between good debt and bad debt;How can I use th...
2023-01-0438 minCanadian Wealth SecretsYour Wealth Building Blueprint - Part 1How do we start changing the trajectory of our financial future? Where will I get the money to start my investment portfolio? How can I make small changes in my life now that will result in huge gains in the future? In this episode the Invested Teachers outline two of the five steps in the Invested Teacher Wealth Building Blueprint. They’ll outline how to creatively think and design your budget to create pockets of money you didn’t know existed so you have your investment seed money to invest when the time is right...
2023-01-0430 minCanadian Wealth SecretsCanadian Wealth Secrets TrailerAre you wondering whether your financial plan is going to lead to that wealthy Canadian lifestyle you envision for your future?Over the last 5 years, former mathematics teachers and serial entrepreneurs Kyle Pearce and Jon Orr have been implementing alternative wealth building and income tax strategies that have allowed them to transition from high net income to high net worth.Now, they seek to share these Canadian Wealth Secrets to empower the creation of a financial future that allows you to live a truly wealthy life; a life on your own terms.Canadian...
2022-12-2902 min
Made to ThriveBest of Made to Thrive!: Episode 059 Your Finances on FIRE: An interview with Brad Barrett from ChooseFI.com#059 - What's your magic number? If you watch TV at all, you've likely seen a financial planning commercial that asks you what you need to retire. Many people target a certain amount of money by age 65 and start saving and investing. And other people set that plan on fire!If you're familiar at all with the FIRE movement - Financial Independence, Retire Early - you might have heard of Brad Barrett and his podcast co-host Jonathan Mendonsa, founders of ChooseFI.com. They are on a mission to change your magic number from a dollar amount to an age...
2022-07-251h 01
Just an Epic Life007. Our Life By Design (Part 2)In this episode we continue our discussion from episode 006 where we discuss our own personal story of our life by design. This episode takes a closer look at what it looks like to start creating a life design. By sharing choices we have made throughout our journey as we continue to design our lives, we hope to inspire our listeners to look at their life as something they choose rather than falling into the societal trends of doing life only one way. If you have not listened to episode 006 yet, you are encouraged to start th...
2022-06-2536 minJust an Epic Life005. Personal GrowthIn this episode Nick & Keslie discuss the choices they have made in personal growth through reading, listening to, and experiencing the wisdom of others. They specifically speak of books, authors, and podcasts that have made a profound impact on their journey in personal growth. By sharing these choices and resources, Nick & Keslie hope to inspire their listeners to make intentional choices to enhance their own personal growth.As always… ENJOY LIFE!Episode location & resources:5:00 Book/Audiobook: Soundtracks: The Surprising Solution to Overthinking - by Jon Acuffhttps://soundtracksbook.com/ 5:45 Curr...
2022-06-1932 min
Law Chat with GirijaJourney of Establishing Your Brand as a Creative Business Owner & Being Visible to Your Audience with Allie SiartoReady to establish your brand as a creative business owner? Tune in to find out how! Episode Introduction: In today’s episode of Law Chat with Girija, our guest Allie Siarto shares her experience of becoming a professional photographer and the “opportunities” she turned down to give herself the freedom to choose her lifestyle over money. She also talks about establishing your brand as a creative business owner. Episode Summary: Allie Siarto walks us through her journey of creating a brand that stands out. She talks about the process...
2022-03-1753 min
My NFT JourneyTaxes and Security with Brad Barrett from ChooseFIWhile many celebrities and creators have found their way into the NFT space, only few have also been active in the field of business and finance as Brad Barrett. Currently part of a podcast with Jonathan Mendonsa, Brad regularly shares life-changing secrets to financial independence through his ChooseFI Podcast. In this week’s episode, Brad joins author and NFT enthusiast Andy Storch (@andy_storch) in taking a leap towards knowing taxes and security better and connecting these with the emerging NFT space.Hit subscribe and jump into my full conversation with Brad about taxes and sec...
2022-02-1822 minMade to ThriveYour Finances on FIRE: An interview with Brad Barrett from ChooseFI.com#059 - What's your magic number? If you watch TV at all, you've likely seen a financial planning commercial that asks you what you need to retire. Many people target a certain amount of money by age 65 and start saving and investing. And other people set that plan on fire!If you're familiar at all with the FIRE movement - Financial Independence, Retire Early - you might have heard of Brad Barrett and his podcast co-host Jonathan Mendonsa, founders of ChooseFI.com. They are on a mission to change your magic number from a dollar amount to an age...
2022-01-311h 01
Clipping Chains PodcastEP 3: Chris Mamula: One Bite at a TimeSupport this project: Buy Me a CoffeeSubscribe to the website: SUBSCRIBE ME!Get in Touch with Chris Mamula:Find Chris’s writing at CanIRetireYet.comChris’s book (co-authored with Jonathan Mendonsa and Brad Barrett): ChooseFI: Your Blueprint to Financial IndependenceMy ChooseFI book review: ChooseFI Book Review: A Blueprint IndeedRelocationWhere Should You Retire? (CanIRetireYet)Relocation: A Guide to Moving and Housing Affordability (Clipping Chains)FinanceBasics of taking control of investments (CanIRetireYet)Financial Advi...
2021-08-231h 01
Afford AnythingWhat's in Store for the Economy and the Future of Work?, with ChooseFI hosts Brad Barrett and Jonathan Mendonsa#323: Brad and Jonathan from ChooseFI join us for a deep philosophical and practical discussion around what we learned from 2020. We explore...
What the pandemic taught us about work, finance, and life
The importance of being mentally and logistically nimble and flexible
The distinction between directionality vs methodology
What we’ve learned about how to get a job, what type of education to get, and what to do with the rest of our lives
For more information, visit the show notes at https://affordanything.com/episode323 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.co...
2021-06-211h 25
Mind Your Money with MissBeHelpfulSeason 2: E14 | Year in Review (Top 7 Podcasts)1. Yo Quiero Dinero Podcast hosted by Jannese Torres-Rodriguez (https://anchor.fm/yoquierodinero/episodes/12--How-Yanely-Paid-Off-20K-in-18-Months--Yanely-Espinal-of-MissBeHelpful-ebhpvf/a-a2pot56)2. Choose FI Podcast hosted by Brad Barrett and Jonathan Mendonsa (https://www.choosefi.com/breaking-the-cycle-of-poverty-ep-266/)3. The Best Friends Podcast hosted by Amanda Kessler & Lara Ford (https://bestfriendsfinance.com/2020/09/22/youtuber-yanely-espinal-aka-missbehelpful-empowers-young-women-with-the-true-definition-of-wealth/)4. The Journey To Launch Podcast hosted by Jamila Souffrant (https://www.journeytolaunch.com/episode176/)5. The New Money Podcast hosted by Nathan Kennedy (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/why-are-we-not-teaching-personal-finance-in-school/id1496381447?i=1000476737136)6. The Financial Confessions Podcast hosted by Chelsea Fagan (https://anchor.fm...
2020-12-0735 min
Money PeachRetire Early and Choose Financial Independence with Jonthan MendonsaHave you heard of the #ChoosFI Movement? The Retire Early and Choose Financial Independence movement is taking over the personal finance world and for good reason. It's an amazing community of people looking to earn more, spend less, and build wealth so they can reach financial independence. Today I am bringing their co-founder Jonathan Mendonsa on the show to talk all about it. Most interviews I do last between 25 and 30 minutes, but Jonathan was so good during this interview that we just kept going....and you won't be disappointed. **
2020-09-1148 min
Elemental Podcast | Finanzas Personales, Productividad y Estilo de VidaCierre de temporada Libertad FinancieraSi quieres entender más sobre finanzas y cómo manejar tu dinero, pero no sabes por dónde partir, este episodio de cierre de temporada sobre Libertad Financiera, es para ti. En éste, discutimos los 11 libros que leímos sobre estos temas y los clasificamos en distintas categorías para los diferentes tipos de lectores e inversionistas.
Nota del editor: efectivamente dijimos 10 cuando eran 11.
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2020-07-1435 min
The Side Hustle Show395: Podcasting vs. YouTube for Building an Online BusinessCreating content online can be a super-effective way to build an audience and ultimately to make money. If you’re just starting out or trying to grow your business, you might be wondering what type of content makes the most sense to create. In this episode, we’re going to compare and contrast two of the most popular content channels going today: podcasting and YouTube. This is actually the first of several friendly debate-style episodes this month I’m calling the Side Hustle Showdown series. For each debate, I tried to source...
2020-07-0256 min
The Side Hustle Show395: Podcasting vs. YouTube for Building an Online BusinessCreating content online can be a super-effective way to build an audience and ultimately to make money.If you’re just starting out or trying to grow your business, you might be wondering what type of content makes the most sense to create.In this episode, we’re going to compare and contrast two of the most popular content channels going today: podcasting and YouTube.This is actually the first of several friendly debate-style episodes this month I’m calling the Side Hustle Showdown series.For each debate, I tried to source...
2020-07-0257 min
Elemental Podcast | Finanzas Personales, Productividad y Estilo de VidaLas etapas de la Libertad Financiera - Extra IdeasEn este episodio, revisamos cuáles son los pasos en la vida de una persona para llegar a la libertad financiera. A la luz del libro que analizamos en el capítulo 90, CHOOSE FI de Chris Mamula, Brad Barrett y Jonathan Mendonsa, profundizamos en cuáles deberían ser las decisiones para llegar al punto en que las inversiones te den suficiente dinero para vivir y para tomar la decisión que uno quiera.
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2020-06-3020 min
Creator ScienceJonathan Mendonsa – Becoming debt free, how to cut your living expenses, saving for retirement, and investingJonathan Mendonsa is the co-founder of the ChooseFI podcast. Jonathan started his career as a pharmacist with $168,000 in student loans. He aggressively paid off the loans in 4.5 years and using the tenets of Financial Independence to cut his life expenses significantly, and left his corporate job to focus on full-time entrepreneurship 9 months after starting the podcast. In this episode, we talk about becoming debt free, how to drastically cut your living expenses, saving for retirement, investing, and why Financial Literacy can be the key to freedom.Transcript and show notes can be found here***
2020-06-3051 min
Podcasting Business School091: Jonathan Mendonsa from the Choose FI podcastThis week on Casting The Pod I'm chatting with Jonathan Mendonsa from the Choose FI podcast. Jonathan and his co-host Brad have built a GIANT podcast with millions of downloads and rock solid monetization and growth strategies. If you are looking for some podcast growth then this is your episode! Listen in on episode 091 of Casting The Pod as Jonathan brings the heat with some podcasting tips on the topics of: Their strategy around their podcast launch that helped them get immediate traction and grow quickly. How they found their podcasting voice...
2020-06-2558 min
Rebel EntrepreneurFear: What stops you starting up? with Jonathan MendonsaWhat stops most people from starting up? Why isn't everyone launching their own company and making money doing something they love? In this episode we look at the three biggest barriers to people getting going, unpacking, and demystifying entrepreneurship.
2020-05-0400 min
The Rebel Author Podcast022 Five Takeaways from Mark Dawson's SPS Live ConferenceEpisode Show Notes
10 Business models article: https://selfpublishingadvice.org/ten-business-models-for-indie-authors/
Rebel Author Podcast episode 11 on finance, money and debt with Zach Bohannon https://sachablack.co.uk/2020/01/15/011-authors-and-money-how-to-quit-your-job-and-write-full-time-with-zach-bohannon/
Mark's SPS LIVE digital ticket https://selfpublishingformula.com/digital
Book Recommendations:
The Total Money Makeover by Dave Ramsey
Kobo https://www.kobo.com/ebook/the-total-money-makeover-classic-edition
Amazon UK https://amzn.to/36Qc5PC
Amazon USA https://amzn.to/2td8yfC
The Barefoot Investor by Scott Pape
Kobo https://www.kobo.com/ebook...
2020-03-2722 min
Get Leaner & Live Longer316 Jonathan Mendonsa: Getting healthy without breaking the bankHave you ever felt like getting healthy would be so much easier if it wasn't so EXPENSIVE??? I think we've all been there and today I'm bringing in a frugality phenom to help us all improve our health without breaking the bank. Jonathan Mendonsa is the co-host of the ChooseFI podcast where they teach the masses how to achieve financial independence. One of the key points they teach on the ChooseFI podcast is frugality and with this episode Jonathan is going to teach us how being frugal with our health, nutrition, and fitness choices can l...
2020-02-171h 01Get Leaner & Live Longer316 Jonathan Mendonsa: Getting healthy without breaking the bankHave you ever felt like getting healthy would be so much easier if it wasn't so EXPENSIVE??? I think we've all been there and today I'm bringing in a frugality phenom to help us all improve our health without breaking the bank. Jonathan Mendonsa is the co-host of the ChooseFI podcast where they teach the masses how to achieve financial independence. One of the key points they teach on the ChooseFI podcast is frugality and with this episode Jonathan is going to teach us how being frugal with our health, nutrition, and fitness choices can l...
2020-02-171h 01
Wealthy Wellthy PodcastCrush Debt And Build Financial Independence With Jonathan MendonsaOn today’s episode, we talk money with Jonathan Mendonsa. Jonathan is a previous pharmacist turned financial guru. He shares his story of how he racked up $168,000 of debt going through pharmacy school in order to get that high paying job out of college, and how he soon discovered he was stuck on the proverbial hamster wheel. By “keeping up with the Joneses” and paying back student loan debt, he soon tired of what he calls the rat race and decided to learn a different money strategy. Jonathan made it his mission to study finance and as a resu...
2020-01-171h 06The Long ViewChris Mamula: What Young Retirees Need to KnowOur guest on the podcast today is Chris Mamula. Chris blogs on the website, "Can I Retire Yet?" and he has also cowritten a book called Choose FI: Your Blueprint to Financial Independence, which was published in 2019. Chris is loosely part of the FIRE, or Financial Independence Retire Early, movement, but he brings a fresh perspective to the concept. He retired from a career as a physical therapist at age 41. After poor experiences with the financial industry early in his professional life, he educated himself on investing and tax planning. Now he draws on his experience to write about w...
2020-01-1541 min
The Rebel Author Podcast011 Authors and Money: How to Quit Your Day Job and Write Full-Time with Zach BohannonShow Notes
Episode questions:
1. Do you read the show transcript?
2. What one thing you’re going to do to better your financial situation after listening to this podcast?
More about our guest, Zach Bohannon:
Website - www.zachbohannon.com
The Career Author: Podcast and Events - www.thecareerauthor.com
Zach's Fiction at Molten Universe Media - www.moltenuniversemedia.com
Episode 44 - Money Tips For the Aspiring Career Author: https://thecareerauthor.com/the-career-author-podcast-episode-44-money-tips-for-the-aspiring-career-author/
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2020-01-1548 min
Disrupt Yourself Podcast with Whitney JohnsonJonathan Mendonsa: Embrace ConstraintsIn anticipation of the re-release of my book, Disrupt Yourself with Harvard Business Press on November 12, 2019, we are continuing our look at the seven-point framework of personal disruption. Today, we will be examining accelerant number three - embrace constraints. This accelerant can be tricky for people at first. It's tricky because we think we need limitless resources to be successful. We think we can't launch that company until we have an investor with deep pockets or think we can't start that project until we have 4-hour blocks of time available to really focus. We somehow believe that...
2019-10-0842 min
Inspired MoneyRetired at 41 and Tips for Financial Independence with Chris MamulaEpisode 111: Chris Mamula shares his path to financial independence and retiring at 41. He's also primary author of Choose FI: Your Blueprint to Financial Independence. Guest Biography Chris Mamula used principles of traditional retirement planning, combined with creative lifestyle design, to retire from a career as a physical therapist at age 41. After poor experiences with the financial industry early in his professional life, he educated himself on investing and tax planning. Now he draws on his experience to write about wealth building, DIY investing, financial planning, early retirement, and lifestyle design at Can I Retire Yet...
2019-10-0146 min
The Lifestyle Builders PodcastChoose Intentionality with Jonathan MendonsaWith a blend of personal finance, entrepreneurship and personal development as a life optimization strategy that focuses on intentionality, freedom, community and ultimately happiness, today we chat with guest Jonathan Mendonsa, co-host of the Choose FI podcast. http://joinlifestylebuilders.com
2019-09-3000 min
Earn & InvestChooseFi Your Roadmap To Financial Independence w/ Brad Barrett, Jonathan Mendonsa, and Chris Mamula In episode 56 we're joined by the authors of ChooseFI: Your Blueprint to Financial Independence. The book launches October 1st and Brad, Jonathan, and Chris give us an sneak peak to the book. You can learn more about ChooseFI at ChooseFi.com/start and you can read Chris' blog at CanIRetireYet.Com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2019-09-3053 min
BiggerPockets Money PodcastAn Introduction to Financial Independence with Chris Mamula, Brad Barrett and Jonathan Mendonsa
Personal finance is easy, right? You read a blog or listen to a podcast and just follow everything they did. Easy, Peasy, Lemon Squeezy.Except that’s not how the world works. What brought success to one person may bring misery - and ultimately failure - to someone else. Personal Finance is P-E-R-S-O-N-A-L!Of course that said, there are some general principles that apply to everyone:
Spend less than you earn
Invest wisely
Increase your income
Track your spending
Be money conscious
Chris Mamula, Brad Barrett and Jonathan Mendonsa are the authors of Cho...
2019-09-301h 18
The Meaningful Money Personal Finance PodcastFinancial Independence is for EVERYONE - Choose FIToday's guests are giants in the FI/RE community. Their podcast and blog is massive and deservedly so as they communicate a clear passion for their subject and inspire others to follow them on their journey. Today I'm speaking with Brad Barrett and Jonathan Mendonsa from ChooseFI
2019-08-2146 min
Peak Performers | Tools, Strategies & Psychology to Get Things DoneFinancial Independence Made Easy | Brad Barrett | Episode #637Brad Barrett went from being a full-time CPA to retiring with complete financial independence by the age of 35 through diligent savings and investing. Now, as co-host and co-founder of ChooseFI, he's empowering others to reach for a life of purpose, intention and ultimately happiness through the journey to Financial Independence. Brad led the outwardly "successful" life into his 20s: Succeeded in school, elite university acceptance, job at a top international accounting firm, CPA designation. But he had no plan other than the standard American narrative. His first year at work he saw what "success" looked like for the firm's partners...
2019-07-2226 min
Join Up Dots - Business Coaching Made Easy (With A Bit Of Life Coaching Too)ChooseFIIf you feel that you are going out of your mind, with spiralling debts, credit card interest and stress then this is the show for you. Today’s guest is Jonathan Mendonsa a man who reluctantly walked into the world of frugal living, but now will never I assume go back. Yes he was a spender, and i guess at his core is still someone that likes to splash out on the finer things in life. But he knew he had to change as at the age of 28 he graduated college as a pharmacist with $168,000 in student loans. Now 4 years la...
2019-06-1052 min
Making Waves at C-Level: Business Tips for Executives, Leaders, and EntrepreneursOwn Your Finances - with Jonathan MendonsaJonathan Mendonsa is the co-founder of the ChooseFI podcast. ChooseFI started in early 2017 out of Jonathan's living room with co-founder Brad Barrett; since then ChooseFI has been downloaded millions of times in over 190 countries and spawned hundreds of ChooseFI local groups with ‘in real life’ meetups in 20+ countries across the globe. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2019-04-3053 min
The MapleMoney ShowCreating Space to Execute a Fully Funded Lifestyle Change, with Jonathan MendonsaWe've talked about FIRE, or Financial Independence Retire Early, on this show before, but how do you line up your finances to be able to make that major change to your lifestyle? Jonathan Mendonsa from Choose FI stopped by the show to explain how we can create space to execute a fully funded lifestyle change. We cover a lot today, like eliminating debt, increasing your savings, and creating additional income so you're not dependant on your job. Plus, just how much are your years of education and career loyalty really worth? You can find the...
2019-04-1741 min
The Boldin Your Money PodcastJonathan Mendonsa: Past, Present, & Future of Financial IndependenceThe twenty-fourth NewRetirement podcast. This time, Steve Chen is joined by guest Jonathan Mendonsa— former pharmacist turned podcasting rockstar and founder of ChooseFI.com — and discusses the past, present, and future of the FIRE Movement.
Recording, editing done by Davorin Robison.
© 2019 NewRetirement Inc.
2019-03-061h 24
HerMoney with Jean ChatzkyEp 145: Ring The Alarm! We’re Talking FIRE
Only you can prevent running out of money in retirement. OK, we’ll cool it with the fire and Smokey The Bear puns. This savings crisis is one we’ve covered before, but this week we’re discussing what thousands of people are calling the solution: The FIRE (Financial Independence Retire Early) Movement. Our two experts, Jonathan Mendonsa and Brad Barrett, co-hosts of the ChooseFi podcast, explain what it is, its “simple math” and why it’s so popular: “You know, I think all of us kind of understand the golden years are the years that you're allowed to do everything tha...
2019-01-2332 min
Afford AnythingThe Paradox of FI -- with Jonathan Mendonsa and Brad Barrett of Choose FI#160: When Jonathan Mendonsa was 18, he researched which college degrees lead to the highest income. Pharmacy was near the top of the list of high-paying degrees, so Jonathan decided to become a pharmacist. He wasn't motivated by passion or calling. His decision was purely tactical. He wanted to make money. He spent four years in college, followed by another four years of graduate school. By age 28, he held a Doctorate in Pharmacy and an astounding $168,000 in debt. This debt burden might have been bearable if Jonathan loved his chosen profession. For people who love...
2018-11-051h 17
Motley Fool AnswersHow to Become Financially Independent by Your 30sWith the help of Jonathan Mendonsa and Brad Barrett, the guys behind the popular ChooseFI website and podcast, we’re going to learn more about the FIRE (Financial Independence, Retire Early) movement and how you can gain financial independence to create the life you want. Thanks to LinkedIn for supporting Motley Fool. Go to www.linkedin.com/fool and get a $50 off your first job post.
2018-10-0947 min
Richer SoulChoose FI, Financial Independence with Jonathan MendonsaTake away: There are tremendous opportunities to life life on your terms, take a small step today. Action step: what is 1 thing you can take action this week to improve your life. Money Learnings: Jonathan grew up without a lot of money. He grew up with a safe home but there was not a lot of extra's. He wanted to do better. Bio: My name is Jonathan and I live and work out of Richmond Virginia. My wife and I enjoy travel rewards, coffee, board games, Chipotle, and spending time with our two dogs; Zoey and Kiki. We have a lo...
2018-07-241h 20
ChooseFI082 | A Wife's Perspective | Laura Barrett and Dani Mendonsa082 | Brad and Jonathan's wives, Laura and Dani (respectively), talk about their introduction to FI, combining finances, budgeting with children, and maintaining balance. How did Dani and Laura approach saving before meeting Jonathan? How did Laura's parents change careers to improve their financial status? How was growing up in Zimbabwe different from a typical American upbringing? What did saving money mean to Dani when she started working? How did Dani respond to Jonathan's initial proposal to combine finances? When and how did Brad and Laura merge finances? What does a typical day in Dani and Laura's lives look like...
2018-07-021h 11The Side Hustle Show287: Choose Financial Independence: A Case Study in Audience Building10 months!Just 10 months after starting his side hustle, Jonathan Mendonsa was ready to quit his 6-figure job and take the business full-time.What's the hustle?A podcast called Jonathan co-hosts with this partner Brad Barrett ChooseFI.“You need to either be first or be different. We couldn’t be first, so we wanted to pivot and be a little different,” Jonathan said.When the project started, he was working full-time as a pharmacist, living a frugal lifestyle, and was an avid consumer of financial independence content.From the off...
2018-06-1447 min
The Side Hustle Show287: Choose Financial Independence: A Case Study in Audience BuildingNote: Click here to download Jonathan’s top tips for starting and growing a podcast, blog, and online community from this episode.
10 months!
Just 10 months after starting his side hustle, Jonathan Mendonsa was ready to quit his 6-figure job and take the business full-time.
What's the hustle?
A podcast called Jonathan co-hosts with this partner Brad Barrett ChooseFI.
“You need to either be first or be different. We couldn’t be first, so we wanted to pivot and be a little different,” Jonathan said.
When the project started, he was working full-time as a pharmacist, living a frugal lifestyle, and was a...
2018-06-1445 min
StartEdUp PodcastChoose Financial Independence: What YOU need to retire fast, travel freeJonathan Mendonsa is on a mission to get people to understand the power of money, how to retire faster, and even travel free. There is a growing community of "FI" people (Financial Independence) that know the tips and life hacks for people to earn more, pay less in taxes, and get to LIVING life, and not living paycheck to paycheck.
This is a MUST LISTEN! I promise you that this podcast will immediately bring you value and get you motivated.
Also, I would HIGHLY recommend that you subscribe to their podcast.
Here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/choosefi-join-the-financial-independence-community/id1187770032...
2018-05-0440 minStartEdUp PodcastChoose Financial Independence: What YOU need to retire fast, travel freeJonathan Mendonsa is on a mission to get people to understand the power of money, how to retire faster, and even travel free. There is a growing community of "FI" people (Financial Independence) that know the tips and life hacks for people to earn more, pay less in taxes, and get to LIVING life, and not living paycheck to paycheck.
This is a MUST LISTEN! I promise you that this podcast will immediately bring you value and get you motivated.
Also, I would HIGHLY recommend that you subscribe to their podcast.
Here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/choosefi-join-the-financial-independence-community/id1187770032...
2018-05-0440 min
BiggerPockets Money PodcastThe Pillars of FI, Pt. 2: Designing the Life You Want with Brad Barrett and Jonathan Mendonsa from Choose FI
This is the last half of the epic interview with Brad and Jonathan from Choose FI. Continuing where we left off from last week, we finish up the Pillars of FI conversation, including beginner level topics you can be doing such as frugality and index fund investing but also touch on more advanced topics like tax optimization and travel hacking. If you have not yet listened to part one, you can find that here. This episode - along with last week’s part one - is a must-listen for anyone on the path to FI, or just getting started. Links fro...
2018-04-0949 min
BiggerPockets Money PodcastThe Pillars of FI: Designing the Life You Want with Brad Barrett and Jonathan Mendonsa from Choose FI
On today’s epic show, we speak with Brad Barrett and Jonathan Mendonsa from Choose FI. Brad and Jonathan share their pillars of financial independence — the 10 things you need to do in order to achieve FI. We cover beginner-level topics such as...
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2018-04-021h 01
Marriage Kids and Money: Personal Finance for Families10 Pillars of Financial Independence | Jonathan MendonsaPopularized by extreme frugality rock stars like Mr. Money Mustache, the Mad Fientist, and Jacob from Early Retirement Extreme, the Financial Independence or FIRE community has grown in popularity over the past 5-10 years.This is a subset of the personal finance world that encourages earning a solid income early in your life, saving a … Continue reading "10 Pillars of Financial Independence with Jonathan Mendonsa"The post 10 Pillars of Financial Independence with Jonathan Mendonsa appeared first on Marriage, Kids and Money.RESOURCES**Sponsor + Partners + Deals: https://www.marriagekidsandmoney.com/sponsors ...
2018-02-191h 02