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
Coast FIRE Calculator: BackofNapkin.co
HSA Expense Tracking: HSA Expense Tracker
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Contact us: info@coastficouple.com
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