![Ep 72: In it for the Long Haul - The Final Episode]()
July 28, 2021
In the final episode of the podcast, Michael gives his final thoughts on achieving FI in Ireland.
He explains that given the structure of Irish tax system, we are forced to take a longer term approach to FI and realistically early retirement in Ireland is more likely to take place when one is in their 50's.
Quotes from the episode:
"The FIRE movement has been a great thing to get me thinking about my retirement, however I think there is a fine line between education and obsession."
"The past always feels like it was yesterday and the future always feels so far away. 10 years ago wasn't so long ago, but 10 years time feels like its a lifetime away."
"There are so many great things about the FIRE movement, but at the core it is about spending less than we earn."
"Financial Independence can sometimes feel like your trying to dig yourself out of a hole."
"FIRE is ultimately a time freedom movement, money is simply the tool to get us there."
Show Notes:
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May 25, 2021
In this episode, Michael discusses The Barista FIRE Approach - the concept of building a small portfolio and letting compounding grow the portfolio while not withdrawing from the portfolio until when you retire.
Barista FIRE is a great approach to FIRE in Ireland, as its an extremely tax efficient way to approach early retirement, and still allows for an early retirement age of 55.
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April 16, 2021
In this episode, Michael discusses the options around what he invests in 2021 and provides an update on how his investments has changed over the last 3 years.
He answers questions such as:
- Do I still invest in Peer to Peer Lending?
- What is the best way to save for my children's college fund?
- What is the most tax efficient way to invest as a sole trader?
- Why do I say that Cryptocurrency looks like a better investment than ETFs in Ireland?
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March 24, 2021
In this episode, Michael answers a question from Sinead, who has recently sold up her property in Ireland and has moved to the Canaries.
Michael works through the numbers, to see if it is possible for Sinead to be financially independent within 5 years.
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January 28, 2021
In this episode, Michael explores an alternative way to becoming financially independent - by building passive income streams.
Michael defines passive income as any income that isn't generated directly to your time (e.g. selling your time for money).
Michael compares some recent passive income that he has started to generate for himself against a traditional FIRE portfolio, to show how passive income can play a vital part towards your FI journey.
Show Notes:
Things mentioned on the show:
Wholesale Directory Website:
https://www.wholesaledirectory.ie
Choose FI - Interview with Mad Fientist:
https://www.choosefi.com/mad-fientist-ep-288
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![Ep 65: Should I set up a company for my investments?]()
January 16, 2021
In the first episode of 2021, Michael announces that the format of the show for 2021 will change slightly. Michael will answer questions he gets on financial independence from listeners this year - typically answering two or three questions per episode.
Michael gives a quick update on his own financial journey, before answering the following questions in this episode:
1. Should I set up a company to use as a vehicle for my investments?
2. Should I fear market crashes?
3. When it comes to calculating your FI number, how do I handle extra expenses in the future? Does this just mean that FI is pushed out further down the track, or is there another way of dealing with this?
Email me your FIRE questions to [email protected].
Show Notes:
Take a look at the "Irish Savers Action Group" - who are actively talking to TDs to change and encourage tax incentives on savings and investments:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/255087048882194
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December 7, 2020
In this episode, Michael discusses the strategies he has adopted to reduce his tax bill. He explains how he is able to reduce his actual effective personal tax rate to less than 9% living in Ireland (a high tax country).
He also gives an update on his investment portfolio as at December 2020.
Show Notes:
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November 6, 2020
Michael interviews Dave G, a co-host of the Limerick FI meet up group.
Dave is based in Newcastle West, in Co. Limerick. Dave is originally from the UK and is a PAYE earner. He has a unique FIRE journey is looking to become FI through real estate investing.
During the interview, we talk mindset, investing and how Dave keeps motivated on this FIRE journey.
Show Notes:
Check out Dave's website at:
https://www.firedave.com
Dave and I both took part in the FIRE HQ event:
https://www.firehq.ie
Limerick FI Meet Up Group
https://www.meetup.com/financial-indepdence-limerick
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