Trying for FI
Sharing stories and strategies from the daily grind toward our financial independence. We are a Queer blended family of five living in the Bay Area and are "late starters" dedicated to Trying for FI!
Trying for FI
How We Started Investing: Funds, Fees, and Finding the Right Platform
Curious about investing but not sure where to begin? In this episode, we walk through exactly how we got started — from figuring out what an index fund even is, to choosing a platform, to understanding how fees can eat away at returns.
We break down:
• Index funds vs. ETFs
• Where we invest (and why)
• How much is too much to pay in fees
• How we made our first real investments — together
If you're a beginner, late starter, or just tired of feeling intimidated by investing, this episode will give you a grounded, real-life take on starting your investment journey with confidence.
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