We Failed at Early Retirement, But We're Trying it Again | MHFI 332

August 11, 2026 • 01:15:02
We Failed at Early Retirement, But We're Trying it Again | MHFI 332
Mile High FI Podcast
We Failed at Early Retirement, But We're Trying it Again | MHFI 332

Aug 11 2026 | 01:15:02

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Show Notes

Doug chats with Natalie & Bill about reaching Financial Independence, attempting early retirement, and how a lack of post-work identity & structured hobbies led them both back to the workforce.  They discuss what they learned along the way and how returning to work confirmed that they’re now financially & mentally ready to stop for good.

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0:00 Introduction

1:36 Preparing for a European trip

8:25 Discovering FIRE

13:05 Frugality vs. spending

18:46 Becoming debt-free & saving

23:20 Career burnout

29:46 Returning from Europe

36:56 Bill’s exit plan

41:09 Natalie’s exit plan

48:40 EconoMe takeaways

55:31 Rekindling hobbies & volunteering

59:43 FIRE confirmation

1:08:39 Soundcheck – Border collies

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https://buymeacoffee.com/milehighfi

Get MHFi Merch – It helps support the show. Get t-shirts & more

[email protected]

**Disclaimer: The podcast is for informational purposes. Maybe entertainment but we won't even make such a claim. You shouldn't take the info as financial, legal, or tax advice. We aren't certified financial planners or advisors. We're not qualified for much. So get advice from professionals.**

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