In this episode, Shawn and Brenda discuss:
- The early lessons Brenda learned as a nurse and how they shaped her retirement mindset
- Real estate, investing, and the moment she realized she was “Coast FIRE”
- Navigating financial planning as a woman and Latina
- The emotional and practical reasons to prepare early for healthcare and long-term care
- Why involvement in community, not just work, is essential to a meaningful retirement
Key Takeaways:
- Many older adults live on limited income and struggle to afford basic care. Brenda saw this firsthand in her medical practice.
- “Coast FIRE” means having invested enough that you could coast to retirement, even without additional contributions.
- Financial independence isn’t just about early retirement—it’s about choice, flexibility, and peace of mind.
- Community engagement can give life meaning after leaving the workforce and help prevent isolation.
- Women should feel empowered to understand and lead their financial futures, no matter their relationship status.
"My life is not centered around my work. I really try to make a point to be embedded in my community so that when I leave my work, I'm not isolated… that when the job that pays is not necessary anymore, my life is not empty." - Brenda Olmos
Connect with Brenda Olmos: Email: almostbrenda@gmail.com Social Media LinksWebsite: https://www.bswhealth.com/nurse-practitioner/brenda-olmos LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/olmosphd/
Get a free copy of Shawn’s book “The Priority of Retirement” here- https://www.retirewisepro.com/the-priority-of-retirement
Contact Shawn:WebsiteYouTubeLinkedInInstagramFacebook
Audio production by Turnkey Podcast Productions. You're the expert. Your podcast will prove it.
The opinions and experience of Brenda Olmos are her own and do not necessarily reflect the opinions nor experience with Retire Wise, LLC or AE Wealth Management. Brenda Olmos is not a client of Retire Wise, LLC.
The information and opinions contained are provided by third parties and have been obtained from sources believed to be reliable, but accuracy and completeness cannot be guaranteed. They are given for informational purposes only and are not a solicitation to buy or sell any of the products mentioned. The information is not intended to be used as the sole basis for financial decisions, nor should it be construed as advice designed to meet the needs of an individual's situation.
Review # 03024411 - 05/25
Popular Podcasts
Las Culturistas with Matt Rogers and Bowen Yang
Ding dong! Join your culture consultants, Matt Rogers and Bowen Yang, on an unforgettable journey into the beating heart of CULTURE. Alongside sizzling special guests, they GET INTO the hottest pop-culture moments of the day and the formative cultural experiences that turned them into Culturistas. Produced by the Big Money Players Network and iHeartRadio.
Crime Junkie
Does hearing about a true crime case always leave you scouring the internet for the truth behind the story? Dive into your next mystery with Crime Junkie. Every Monday, join your host Ashley Flowers as she unravels all the details of infamous and underreported true crime cases with her best friend Brit Prawat. From cold cases to missing persons and heroes in our community who seek justice, Crime Junkie is your destination for theories and stories you won’t hear anywhere else. Whether you're a seasoned true crime enthusiast or new to the genre, you'll find yourself on the edge of your seat awaiting a new episode every Monday. If you can never get enough true crime... Congratulations, you’ve found your people. Follow to join a community of Crime Junkies! Crime Junkie is presented by audiochuck Media Company.
Stuff You Should Know
If you've ever wanted to know about champagne, satanism, the Stonewall Uprising, chaos theory, LSD, El Nino, true crime and Rosa Parks, then look no further. Josh and Chuck have you covered.