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CoastFI Couple
Welcome to CoastFI Couple, where love and financial independence meet!
Join Matt and Yana as they candidly share their journey to CoastFI, exploring how open, healthy communication about money can strengthen partnerships and marriages.
Whether you’re just starting your Financial Independence journey or already on your way, this podcast offers practical strategies, insightful interviews with couples and thought leaders, and plenty of fun.
Perfect for anyone curious about FI or wanting to improve money conversations with their spouse, CoastFI Couple is your go-to for witty, engaging, and actionable advice.
Tune in every other week to strengthen your bond and get closer to financial freedom—one episode at a time!
CoastFI Couple
The Waterfall Strategy: Which Financial Buckets to Fill First on Your FI Journey (Ep.07)
In today’s episode, Yana and Matt dive into the essential steps of financial planning, breaking down the critical "order of operations" when it comes to managing savings and investments on your path to Financial Independence. Which bucket should you fill first? From building a strong emergency fund and taking full advantage of employer retirement contributions, to navigating the complexities of HSAs and Roth IRAs, we outline each step.
We also explore strategies for automating your retirement savings and making the most of low-cost index funds to grow your wealth efficiently. Plus, Matt shares his personal journey, offering insights into common mistakes and pitfalls to avoid along the way.
Join us for an episode packed with actionable advice, expert tips, and valuable resources to help you and your partner work together toward achieving Financial Independence. It’s time to take control of your financial future—one bucket at a time!
05:19 Take company match; it's essentially free money.
06:56 Find low expense ratio index funds, ideally 0.04% or less.
12:24 HSA: Best retirement account, triple tax advantages.
17:55 Max out Roth IRA; invest funds wisely.
22:26 Few Americans maximize 401(k) contributions; prioritize them.
28:36 Prioritize retirement savings over 529 college savings to ensure financial security and avoid burdening children.
32:04 Building Bridge 4 is a long, boring slog. Community is essential.
TOOLS WE LOVE AND USE
Budgeting: Qube Money - Use code “COAST” to get 2-months off the Premium or Family plan when you create an account.
Net Worth Tracking: Empower Personal Dashboard
Daydreaming: Wallet Burst CoastFI Calculator
For HSA Expense Tracking: HSA Expense Tracker
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