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How Building Our Dream Home Is Creating $1.57M in Local Economic Impact (And Why It Matters)

Joséby José0

A personal reflection on how building our home creates ripple effects throughout our city As I was washing dishes the other day, thinking about the…

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VPMAX vs VTSAX: Why This Hidden Vanguard Gem Might Be Your Portfolio’s Secret Weapon

Joséby José5

What if I told you there's a hidden Vanguard fund that has consistently outperformed VTSAX by 2.8% annually since inception? While most FIRE enthusiasts religiously…

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February 2025 Home Building Journey: Electrical Adventures & Window Preparations

Joséby José2

Part 5 of Our Owner-Builder FIRE Journey Series February flew by in a flash despite being the shortest month. In fact, we kicked things off…

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Early Retirement

Cracking the Retirement Code: Our Journey to a Sustainable Withdrawal Strategy

Joséby José1

When my wife and I pulled the early retirement trigger in 2019, we faced a high-stakes question that keeps many would-be retirees working years longer…

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Navigating Early Retirement: What Every Young Family Needs to Know

Joséby José2

My journey to early retirement began unexpectedly when I stumbled upon the book "Your Money or Your Life." It was a lightbulb moment that set…

Early Retirement

The One-Income FIRE Strategy: Balancing Family, Finances, and Freedom

Joséby José0

Whether you love it or hate it, FIRE (Financial Independence, Retire Early) has inspired many families to rethink their traditional work/life models. If you approach…