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177. The Ultimate FIRE Bridge – The Truth About Deferred Compensation Plans vs. Brokerage Accounts

by inside out money | Aug 23, 2026 | Andrew, Early Retirement, Investing, Lifestyle, Money, Psychology

Are Deferred Compensation Plans (DCPs) the strategic and supercharged path to FIRE, or can a taxable brokerage account get you to the exact same place? We break down exactly how DCPs work, their risks, their realities, and how they’ve worked for each of us...

172. Mid-Year 2026 Expense Review – Broken bones, new roofs, and $130 airport meals

by inside out money | Jul 19, 2026 | Andrew, Early Retirement, Greg, Investing, Lifestyle, Lizgetsloaded, Money, Psychology

I can’t believe what we spent during the first half of 2026!? Our expenses have definitely added up and even surprised us, which is why we think tracking them is so important. We lay out all of our mid-year expenses and discuss unexpected life events, house repairs,...

169. The choices we make and the ripple effects they have – Compounding your life and finances

by inside out money | Jun 28, 2026 | Andrew, Early Retirement, Investing, Lifestyle, Money, Psychology

Every day we make decisions that seem isolated, but they actually send massive ripples through our long-term financial lives and overall well-being. From the friends we hang out with and the city we live in, to the partner we choose to navigate money with, your...

165. The 529 Dilemma: How Much Do You Actually Need to Save for College?

by inside out money | May 31, 2026 | Andrew, Investing, Lifestyle, Money, Psychology

College is expensive, and I think we’re all wondering if we’re saving enough and what’s the “right” amount to save? We are influenced by what our parents did, what we feel we can afford, and a slew of other factors. Ultimately, we need to make a decision, have a plan,...

160. Time Wealth and Second Chapters – The Ripple Effects of Leaving Corporate America

by inside out money | Apr 26, 2026 | Andrew, Early Retirement, Investing, Lifestyle, Money, Psychology

It’s hard to believe that a year has passed since Andrew walked away from his high-stress corporate job. He’s now living a life filled with purpose, time, and a passion for custom bike fitting. Andrew opens up about how his life has transformed. You’ll hear about his...

157. Audit Your Influences – Why Your Financial Role Models Matter

by inside out money | Apr 5, 2026 | Andrew, Early Retirement, Investing, Lifestyle, Money, Psychology

Who are your financial role models? Who we choose to emulate matters, and it’s important to avoid falling into a prestige trap. We are biologically hardwired to want to copy high-status individuals, even when these people often make poor choices and don’t emulate how...
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