The Irish FIRE Podcast explores the journey to financial independence and early retirement from an Irish perspective. Hosted by Michael, the podcast covers practical strategies for saving, investing, and designing a life of financial freedom. Each episode dives into topics like tax efficiency, property investment, pensions, and lifestyle optimization, all tailored to the unique challenges and opportunities in Ireland. Whether you’re just starting out or well on your FIRE journey, The Irish FIRE Podcast offers actionable insights to help you achieve your financial goals.
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Monday Jan 15, 2024
I Don't Really Want to Retire Early - Interview with Tom - Part 2
Monday Jan 15, 2024
Monday Jan 15, 2024
In this episode, Michael continues his conversation with Tom, a 26 year old pharmaceutical salesperson based in Wexford.
In part two, we cover:
- Tom discussed the power of the flexible work place and reasons not to worry about retiring early if you love your job.
- Why the real journey from FIRE is to build a life you around work, rather than trying to escape from work.
- Why the RE of FIRE is really just about leaving the 9-5 grind, more so than retiring in the traditional sense.
- Michael compares his life from 2017 to today - to highlight how FIRE has changed his life.
- Tom discusses how he plans to adjust his life for potentially having a family one day.
- Tom discusses his financial education and how he discovered the FIRE movement.
- Tom discusses property and why he likes investing in property
- Tom and Michael give their opinion on cryptocurrency
- Tom and Michael discuss compound interest.
Show Notes:
If you missed part 1 of the interview, go back and have a listen:
https://www.firepodcast.ie/the-gen-z-fire-blue-print
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