Late Start, Early Retirement Planning Tips & Becoming a Millionaire in Your 50s

In the early retirement movement, becoming a millionaire is a crucial part of the financial path. While everyone has different spending habits, the first million will allow you to start pivoting so you can make choices for your enjoyment, not just for the sake of money. But when is it too late to start making these moves? Is there a certain point where early retirement, or retirement at all, is off the table? If you think so, listen to today’s episode with Courtney Robinson.
Courtney was raised frugal, and unlike most, she never strayed off that path. Buying old cars, eating at home, and seeing matinee movies were the norm for her, but this began to get harder and harder as her family grew. Courtney was raising four children on her own, making only $15,000 per year, with multiple debts to pay off. But now, only ten years later, she’s a millionaire with equity, retirement investments, a large cash reserve, and multiple rental properties.
How did she make the switch in the later period of her life? Courtney goes over the tips and tricks that led her and her husband out of bankruptcy, into investing, and eventually to millionaire status. By no means was this an easy or quick journey, but Courtney serves as living proof that even if you’re in your forties or fifties, you still have plenty of time to build a strong financial foundation, and maybe retire early!
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00:00 Intro
01:24 Learning Frugality and Living Lean
07:20 Bankruptcy, Debt, and Budgeting for 4 Children
17:27 Buying, Building, and Selling Their Homes
28:09 Retirement Accounts and Emergency Savings
32:25 Millionaire in Just 10 Years!
40:01 Current Costs and Retirement Goals
47:15 Famous Four
50:43 Courtney is Coming Back!
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[@Jbridge621]

I love that she said the quiet part out loud that is rarely spoken about. Be careful who you marry. I love it that she laid it on the line to her husband. You will get out of debt and learn how to manage money responsibly or we won’t marry.

[@wallyshomestead9034]

How is 70,000 inheritance and 90,000 in 401k plus 14,000 in a yoga account, plus 20,000 in savings broke? lol thats $194,000. I would say she came out of the divorce better than 50% of americans if most can't afford a $400 emergency expense without taking a loan. She grew that in ten years but also had her new husbands income to contribute. I'm not trying to say she didn't accomplish anything but she definitely was not broke.

[@jjkatz]

Yeah, when they say they have a partner/ husband it’s like well you only have 1/2 the bills to pay. Try paying everything on one income.

[@bradc6199]

I heard a loser saying the same thing almost word for word.

[@kellyl5349]

How did y'all watch the video and miss the beginning of the timeline when she was single and barely making ends meet and keeping the kids fed with free school lunches and pb & j ?

[@davidbrooks8809]

He was not broke it all she started with everything... she was never broke

[@youngjedi5599]

Exactly!!! This chick is delusional

[@CourtneyRobinson]

Thank you so much for having me on. It was such an honor.

[@jamihemund9920]

Wonderful! Thank you for all your inspiration! Big Hugs! ♥️👍🌹

[@malineli3266]

Great job on this episode 💯👍🏾

[@nevertoolate8589]

What a story! Single parenthood is hard and will wipe you out financially. You did so well. Subbed to your channel, simple life, plant based, frugality are right up my street.

[@CourtneyRobinson]

@@nevertoolate8589 thank you. That means so much to me.

[@thriftflipfire3501]

You, Courtney, are an International inspiration!! Everybody should hear your story and take notes and rewatch this, because THIS is how people get ahead. Well done and enjoy some down time - you've earnt it!!

[@aprilsparks1111]

“I would rather be rich than look rich” love that! 👍

[@davidbrooks8809]

That's cliche all of the so-called experts say that

[@Mav0585]

Yea I want to be rich and also look rich

[@JessicaHicks]

Id love a story from someone that did not receive a “small inheritance of 70K”. It’s great for her and others that receive but I’m in the group of people whose parents really struggled and my inheritance was working to help my mom during college and afterward. I tuned out after hearing the inheritance honestly.

[@tarasmith9060]

I think she said 17K no 70K..

[@janfoselli5823]

It didn’t help her in the long run……..go back and listen to her

[@karlaurquidi7973]

I thought exactly the same!

[@jjkatz]

@@tarasmith9060 no she said 70k

[@bradc6199]

Envy will get you nowhere.

[@Susanhartman.]

Retirement becomes truly fulfilling when you possess two essential elements: ample financial resources and a meaningful purpose in life. Make prudent investment choices to secure good returns and ensure a comfortable retirement.

[@DanielMullins053]

One crucial aspect of earning profits from stocks is to avoid being frightened and selling them prematurely. It is vital to understand that stocks should not be treated as mere lottery tickets. Consider acquiring the assistance of a financial advisor to navigate your investments.

[@mariaguerrero08]

I totally agree; I am 66 years old, recently retired, with approximately $1.2 million in external retirement funds. I am debt free and have very little money in retirement funds compared to the total value of my portfolio over the past three years. To be honest, I didn't do all this alone, but with the help of a financial advisor. Having one is currently the best way to trade in the stock market, especially for people nearing retirement.

[@mikegarvey17]

@@mariaguerrero08Mind if I ask you to point at how to reach this particular person assisting you? Seems you've figured it all out unlike the rest of us.

[@mariaguerrero08]

Credits to "Camille Alicia Garcia", she maintains an online presence. Just make a simple search for her name online.

[@91ScottieP]

Thank you for the lead. I searched her up, and I have sent her an email. I hope she gets back to me soon.

[@okorolina]

I want to emphasize to ppl that having parents or other adult support that can watch your kids with no financial support is a treasure.. ppl keep downplaying that this is not financially impactful but depending on the age this can be the equivalent of a mortgage

[@vascularlab]

I am totally inspired. Every other podcast tells you to start investing in your 20’s but not all of us are fortunate to have those opportunities in younger life.

[@beesworld04]

This!! Im in my 30s and feel so behind sometimes.

[@LDM805]

@@beesworld04 I'm 42 and behind. 😱

[@stephanienewton6618]

I’ve had some things that destroyed me financially. 2008 we lost a ton. Then had kids with massive medical bills (special needs). Then divorce. Started a business and the 2020 shut down destroyed it. Now inflation and my business is in the toilet again. BUT my kids are now 14 and 18 so things will likely look up now that I have less caretaking duties on my hands. I’m 48 and need to accelerate all of this. I don’t want to be killing myself at 70.

[@CourtneyRobinson]

Thinking of you and rooting for you!

[@manvuulinup9755]

May the Lord make this phase easier🙏🏾

[@BigRips805]

Stephanie. I just happened to fall into this youtube page and just read your message. I am sorry to hear about all the turmoil that has taken place in your life. You are extremely young still and like you said will not have the burden of caring for kids on your plate. Just stay positive,...as long as you have a place to stay that you can pay rent for, and obviously money to feed yourself. that is all you need. If riches is what you seek i hope that you obtain. but honestly money means absolutely nothing. If you have the bare essentials and a little to treat yourself here and there that is great! Money is only a tool used to keep those who seek in power and also to distract us from our true purpose as human beings. Which I would think is to help one another, and to pro create. Really think about it.....why isnt everything on this planet free for everyone. its really quite disgusting. Capitalism...no wonder why Osama Bin Laden bombed this retarted country.

[@Avacadofrommexicoyeah]

Same story for me but the loss was last year rather than 2008. I hope you keep going and that we both win!

[@davidbrooks8809]

I wish you all the best of luck congratulations on your business stay with it

[@toniamccray729]

Thank you I’m 53 I’m starting now🙌🏽

[@marcuslittle9506]

121k miles and counting on my 2012 Hyundai Elantra...not the flashiest, I'll admit, but I LOVE having a paid off vehicle!

[@t.h.nguyen5193]

I had a 2007 Honda Accord, 216K miles.

[@FrugalTeacherFI]

2012 Prius C, 175,000 miles. Get 55mpg on normal days. My last car was a 2001 Chevy Prizm and drove it 283,000 miles :)

[@ltgemini1599]

Bought my 2006 hyundai tucson in 2008. 200+ miles. Hoping to make it a few more years!

[@fdoctor79]

2005 Nissan Altima with less than 75k miles. Will keep on driving it until the paid in full upgrade comes. 😅

[@carolwilliams8840]

Way to go.

[@Mysticaltyger]

This woman is in a good financial position because, in addition to managing money well, she and her husband know how to hustle and grind

[@NikNik0123]

Can you interview singles who have done this? All of us don’t have spouses to work with on this savings journey.

[@yvonne6629]

Im 36, and I felt like I was late. Thank youuuu for the sentence saying ur gonna be all right of you start in your 30s 🙏🙏🙏

[@beesworld04]

Me too Yvonne!

[@yvonne6629]

@@beesworld04 you look much more younger then 36, we will suceed promise my dear

[@beesworld04]

@@yvonne6629 Yes we will! Thanks, I get that often.

[@yvonne6629]

@@beesworld04 me too, its the brown skin collagen hahah, take care

[@ruchikachauhan9697]

I’m in my 30s and absolutely loving women from different age groups sharing wisdom. Most financial wisdom is targeted towards younger people and that’s always baffled me. It does not matter when we start. What matters is we take that first step regardless of age .

[@sjackson1739]

I still drive a 1988 car and a 2003 car. My 2003 is still my "newer" car. I am the first owner of both. Took good care of them and one is always the back up when the other one needs repairs. Debt free!

[@consistenc51]

Needed to hear this, I'm in my forties, lived frugal all my life, still drive a 20 year old car to work but had a massive financial set back which has gutted me every which way. So good to see someone able to make it at 50 wow.

[@lizhullen5857]

Great story and so relatable. Hard work - Courtney was so authentic and inspiring. "Who you marry" is definitely an important money mistake.

[@CourtneyRobinson]

Thank you 😊

[@juliancolvard5742]

Yep. Make sure to marry someone who can contribute to your life financially after you divorce them.

[@1_badd_b]

I love that she mentioned Larry Burkett. I used his strategies to buy my starter home. 😊 Very inspiring bc I too am divorced with kids. I'm starting over financially I'm my 40s, so I'm in the middle of watching and listening to every word with lots of hope..

[@nicolebozeman2647]

This is one of the best episodes of the podcast for me. Starting FI at a late age can seem daunting, but she's the proof in the pudding that it is very doable. Kudos to her for sharing her encouraging story.

[@CourtneyRobinson]

Thank you so much!

[@blacktinkerbell2324]

She started off better than most

[@luvlee226]

This was sooooo inspiring!! I am 43 and I seriously began my FI journey last year. This gives me so much hope and confidence!!

[@lavernedelts2013]

Same. I’m going to be 44 next month.

[@dianadee4300]

I started working on it at 58!!

[@matthewpena3932]

Right with you at 42 with three kids under 6 and one with severe ASD. The wife and I just came to the point where things have to change. Right now we are educating our selves.

[@lovepower1440]

Will be 43 in September And interested In these fi topic lately❤

[@PristineMindset]

She got a very good start inheriting money in her 20's bought her first house from her mother that's a huge advantage over 75% of everyone, eve help her husband go to college with that inheritance. $70,000 35 years ago wow. Congratulations on her accomplishments but she had a very good start. Made decisions as a new mother etc. What she did when she started over in her 40's is remarkable .

[@Patri850]

Sorry for bumping…..but Are you interested on how to really achieve financial freedom I’m just saying because I remember couple summers back, after my lengthy divorce, I needed a good boost to help my business stay afloat, hence I researched for license advisors and came across someone of due diligence she helped a lot to grow my reserve notwithstanding inflation, from $275k to approx $850k so you could try way more less

[@Bob-yh7ir]

Awesome ! We have done similar in that we started a little later in life. Didn't really get on the personal finance track until my early 40s and in 10 years went from about 100K net worth to 1 million ! Now coming up on early retirement and that nest egg has almost doubled. Anyone can do it and income is only a small part of the equation. We lived at the poverty level for years and still had cash in the bank and was feeding investments. It only takes a little money over a long time to make it. I am so exited to see where our daughter goes since she has started in her early 20s and already has surpassed where we were in our 30s.

[@unearnedinc]

Great show. Key points here is that they had multiple streams of income (more than one business) and lived in a low-cost area. As much as I (and everyone else) would love shortcuts, it keeps coming back to the same strategy.

[@Mysticaltyger]

The other thing is she and her husband really know how to hustle and grind.

[@pnkrckmom]

And not to take away from her hard work, but there are two of them shoveling money toward FI, not just one person. Just want to point that out.

[@davidbrooks8809]

So so true

[@GravityBar231]

@@pnkrckmom Well said.

[@JKnew888]

Courtney, thank you so much for sharing. I’m “up there” in age & also began my FI journey late. I was homeless about a year ago but maintained my employment. I stuck with my plan to acquire my first property and managed to close in May on a modest salary. I knew I would need to increase my income and managed to accomplish that just four months after closing. Now, I’m working on getting things in order to Airbnb/house-hack. (Moving a bit slow…trying to build up reserves again). I love your story because it’s yet another testimony proving things do not and will not be perfect…but start anyway. Thanks again. #roadtoFI

[@Abdul-Raqeeb15]

She and her husband are Building generational wealth ‼️👑 I love when she says there’s a joy within the journey ❤️

[@truckerron]

I am now living in Arkansas and let me tell you it is not the cheapest place to live anymore a lot of Californians have moved in and took over the place and properties are going up through the roof rent to sky high now and I can go on and on!!

[@AraceliTV]

Okay who doesn’t love Courtney and her story! She should start her own channel. I could have listened to several aspects of her financial, yoga, business journey or country living!

[@CourtneyRobinson]

I appreciate that so much. Thank you.

[@angorachic]

She does have her own channel. It is Courtney Butler Robinson. I looked it up and subscribed.

[@CourtneyRobinson]

@@angorachic thank you so much!

[@johnnyb5048]

What a great story. I started very late. My financial education began at 49. Spent every dime on wife and two kids because I was raised poor. Now, I've been very aggressive taking profits in crypto to payoff debts. I'm rebuilding in ETF, Stocks, and Real estate. A 10 year goal is realistic for any age.

[@Patri850]

Sorry for bumping…..but Are you interested on how to really achieve financial freedom I’m just saying because I remember couple summers back, after my lengthy divorce, I needed a good boost to help my business stay afloat, hence I researched for license advisors and came across someone of due diligence she helped a lot to grow my reserve notwithstanding inflation, from $275k to approx $850k so you could actually try way more less

[@Laila-ye2fc]

Her resilience is what got her through.....liked the way she told her story....listening to her story and reading the comments has helped me to see, the struggle for Americans does not exclude whites...while some races have a harder fight than others we all have it hard in some way or another....would be so great if regardless of color, we start loving on each other, teaching each other, stop being evil to one another, and uplift each other 💚💫🌟 We all have a dream, let's make them come true by loving and helping each other

[@lorenazaragoza6411]

When you are ready to down size move into one of the cabins and rent out the main house. Age in place. I’m going to build about a 600 ft ADU converting most of my garage with full kitchen, bath ect with separate entrance and fenced off from the main house. I plan to rent it out and if my house is too much to maintain I’ll move into the ADU and rent the main house. Going through a divorce at 50 sista!

[@CourtneyRobinson]

Hang in there. I have thought about that. I would like to downsize someday. ❤️

[@truthbetold6942]

I applaud her for digging herself out. However, I think the story is very different for 80% of the people that have no generational wealth. That makes all the difference in the world. Not judging. I had no generational wealth, but I plan on my boys having some from me. It makes all the difference!

[@lornareale4520]

I agree with you...I think a few things landed in her lap and was the reason she could do anything that she did at all. She wasn't "scraping by" at all

[@HappyPenguin75034]

Yeah. I don’t want stories where someone gets money or land - that changes so much.

[@GravityBar231]

Also...finding a husband to help with the real estate and bring more money in. I would like to hear from a single person who started later in life and reached FI.

[@jamesnorris5202]

I think the best solution for their retirement is to do a self directed IRA and use those funds in private lending. They can earn between 8-12% return and the principal is backed by real estate, lenders insurance, property insurance etc. It's the fastest safest way considering they already have construction experience and knowledge. They can lend for 6-12 month periods and spread the risk out among multiple investors. In 5-10 years they would build a sizable retirement and can stop at really any time. They can also do all this tax free since it's a self directed ira

[@Patri850]

Sorry for bumping…..but Are you interested on how to really achieve financial freedom I’m just saying because I remember couple summers back, after my lengthy divorce, I needed a good boost to help my business stay afloat, hence I researched for license advisors and came across someone of due diligence she helped a lot to grow my reserve notwithstanding inflation, from $275k to approx $850k so you could try less

[@kenamasunsmith3976]

Ooh! “MORE IS CAUGHT THEN TAUGHT” This lady has jewels. Thank you and God Bless you and your family!!!

[@dianacouto5385]

She didn't start from nothing. She had family and support. Even her ex helped stay with the children as she went to school and work. Some people truly start with nothing and have no family to help them. I would like to see that story of success, but unfortunately there aren't many that truly start from nothing and make it. That's the truth.

[@Patri850]

Sorry for bumping…..but Are you interested on how to really achieve financial freedom I’m just saying because I remember couple summers back, after my lengthy divorce, I needed a good boost to help my business stay afloat, hence I researched for license advisors and came across someone of due diligence she helped a lot to grow my reserve notwithstanding inflation, from $275k to approx $850k

[@davidleong6606]

Kudos! In my mid 50s, Thanks for your humility, open honesty. Dave Ramsey’s “Baby steps” has helped me get my financial priorities in order as well. Your Wisdom & Grit is inspiring! Well done!

[@Bellasafari]

I stopped fixating on my age (58)- I feel like I am ? 35?! So I just say, ‘in 10 yrs-this is what I want to accomplish’. I break it down more into smaller in small time lines. Everything is falling into place so far. The hardest thing for me is to define what I really want and by when?!

[@Patri850]

_A lot of folks downplay the role of advisors until being burnt by their own emotions. I remember couple summers back, after my lengthy divorce, I needed a good boost to help my business stay afloat, hence I researched for license advisors and came across someone of due diligence she helped a lot to grow my reserve notwithstanding inflation, from $275k to approx $850k so you could try way more less

[@bestlifeever4548]

I had her exact story with 4 boys married early 2x now in late 30s retired at 32 bought home cars etc. Now newly remarried to amazing man who is in late 40s and does extremely well hoping to get him retired soon too. * I've never gotten or plan to get child support my kids are 14 to 22 now and ex doesn't have any money and not worth trying nor want in our life. I was one supporting family when we where married. Now looking into more ways for passive income on top of my retirement and benefits. My new husband moved into my house and works and we have very little debt.

[@nanettealegado6190]

I’m not invalidating her effort and accomplishments but if you have inheritance of $75k, can afford to take care of three children while schooling and extra work. It was hard but she’s better off than others really. It’s not broke at all.

[@Patri850]

_A lot of folks downplay the role of advisors until being burnt by their own emotions. I remember couple summers back, after my lengthy divorce, I needed a good boost to help my business stay afloat, hence I researched for license advisors and came across someone of due diligence she helped a lot to grow my reserve notwithstanding inflation, from $275k to approx $850k

[@kenamasunsmith3976]

I wish that was my family saying! But it is definitely something I have also said! “I’D RATHER BE RICH THEN LOOK RICH”

[@tawanalatesha6081]

I really appreciate hearing a story from a 50 year old!

[@morganstubie]

Hey story is so beautiful, simple, humble, and genuine. Thank you for this interview!!!! She definitely has a different cadence (in a good way) than others on the show. I love to see diversity! Pearls of wisdom!

[@itsno1duh]

I love the journey you shared... I have many less successful helps for my husband who was saddled by choice and ignorance with repeated debts... When I t "old him "you lose the house you lose me" it woke him up to being reliable and we did pay off our house recently!

[@yolandaingram7378]

Wow, how great that her grandparents could leave her $70K back in the day that was a lot of money. I was raised by Depression-era grandparents, also, but no land, no inheritance, and no life insurance because he was Black and we lived in MS, so no GI Bill. This story really illustrates how generational wealth sets you up for success. No wonder the wealth gap is so huge in this country.

[@marieb7251]

Why do blacks always have to blame their color. I'm white and nobody left me a dime!

[@jennib9953]

@@marieb7251 because black America have different circumstances. Harder for us to get loans also black America's usually don't have no type generation wealth because we couldn't get certain insurance or loans. I think you need to understand that black America can have wealth now and now it will be different but at one time it was very difficult. The number 1 business owners are black women.

[@susiem.2068]

@@marieb7251 That's American History 101 for you. Depending on their colors and lineage, people didn't get to borrow money, inherit from their parents, buy land or work certain careers. They were certain cities, schools, club activities that were forbidden for Black people for a long time. That's why depending on your ethnicity, growing wealthy may look different for a lot of families in the U.S.

[@Muchoma]

@@marieb7251 I’m black and I come USA 2013 ..no English no high school diploma I mean i was nothing and now I have been making $150k I do have Motel now and still working to get there to freedom Finiance so . No excuse .

[@cristinaespinoza-alguera707]

@@Muchoma Congratulations! I am also an immigrant and have done well. However. I have observed the different experiences of marginalized US ethnic groups such as Mexicans and Blacks. I have learned to appreciate they had/have a historical struggle that you and I cannot relate to. However, we can learn to respect the reality and truth in their experiences.

[@Bellasafari]

She’s a smart momma~

[@okorolina]

Love this.. 70k is not a small inheritance in my eyes, but for FI goals it may seem like it. Very inspiring.

[@shorts_luv7634]

I have made money in real estate .After hearing this segment I have come to realization that I may have to return back to work to be able to build reserves.i have one property left but reality is setting in...

[@marzd3241]

thank you soo much for this video I'm a late starter also honestly I was contemplating suicide but what kept me going is I kept telling myself tomorrow will be a better day, but now I've watched ur video I have to keep trying!! thanks again. I wish u constant love and blessings!

[@britneyb8876]

You got this keep going

[@allinadaysworkhakunamatata9187]

Tks for sharing , be strong and you got this, You can do this 💪

[@robertm9685]

Courtney thanks for being so candid and sharing! Loved this!

[@newdawn7586]

This is a motivational video. I’m 57! I’m working on my FI right now. I too was in the fitness industry. 22 years teaching group fitness. Raising kids as well! Nice job!!

[@CourtneyRobinson]

Thank you!

[@righteousmasculine]

What does FI mean. I’m 35. And I have 20 yr plan to invest 3000 a year. Not including my 401k.

[@CourtneyRobinson]

@@righteousmasculine Hi there. It’s when your investments produce enough income so that you don’t have to work again. The stock market is the most passive. Some people have other interest like real estate.

[@righteousmasculine]

@@CourtneyRobinson thank u

[@toddmaek5436]

Nice

[@wdeemarwdeemar8739]

I have tracked my money for over 15 years to the penny. I check my accounts and single credit card daily.

[@richq1318]

This episode was so inspiring! The most inspiring of all the episodes. She started late and still hit the finish line! No fancy stuff. She did this all with good old-fashioned hard work.

[@TheImperfectReader]

We each have a story. Thanks for sharing and putting things in perspective.

[@bertrandfossung1216]

Thanks for sharing. This is valuable information no one gets out there. Keep it coming.❤️❤️❤️

[@cesareana7353]

Very inspiring! Thanks for sharing your story!

[@ozellas.3744]

Thanks for sharing. So inspirational

[@cattledogk8072]

This was a a fantastic interview! She is totally relatable.

[@JasonBay-RealEstateInvesting]

So happy to see Courtney on here. I have been following her story for awhile over on her channel. Excellent podcast!! :)

[@sistasafi3263]

Brilliant! Stories like these is why I tune in💕

[@christenford3864]

I love this! Good job Courtney and Mr.!

[@taniavo3045]

Great episode! Love her story. She is so relatable. I want to be her when i am 50 :)

[@alyana6885]

Great episode! She is so humble and knowledgeable about financial growth. Thank you very helpful

[@rhodalynbansah2754]

Amazing story! thanks for sharing

[@frogmoonmama]

I love this! So encouraging!

[@Odior101]

Thanks for the encouragement

[@latonyaiskan6027]

I love this episode!!! I'm starting "late" as well... but on the FI journey! Hustle and grind! Way to go!

[@tracydavis148]

Thanks for sharing this, because I Am recovering from some much and catching back up to REBUILDING.

[@gcobisasoyeye6446]

So great to listen to this podcast, raised poor and knowing this is not where I want to be. now on my late 40s still stuck although knowing what I want to do but not easy to reach. Thank you

[@modernlifeofaya]

What I really wanna know is what is on her ceiling? It looks like a paper doll with it's head taped there, LOL! I only noticed it when I paused the video and was like, "What IS it??" 🤣

[@AdvancedCommonSense]

This is an example of generational wealth. Most people cannot relate to this. But I’m glad for her. Also, her husband is OR the amazing athlete OR little delusional, but I’m also glad he has his finances in order.

[@melissagorgeous16]

The person you marry is crucial.

[@MarkAnthonyJenkins]

Thank you so much for an informative video

[@jaynecuckney406]

I love 'Bigger Pockets'. This is such a great video.Never give up.Thank you.

[@astrokier]

It’s inspiring to have someone started a bit later in life, she’s an amazing lady. Thanks for sharing 😊

[@ninersnation3298]

So sad to see so many Americans who are struggling. My dad was an immigrant and he was a 2X below minimum wage dishwasher in SF Chinatown for 16 years (from 44 years old to 60). He was able to purchase his home in 1989. Most Americans just enjoy life and live pay check to paycheck. Gets old, no savings, get evicted, move out to lower cost area or become homeless. I’m 48. I own 4 homes in SF and all paid off. I don’t really save money now as I spend my paycheck (I’m a cpa) on stupid stuffs. Moral of the story, DON’T FK UP WHEN YOU ARE YOUNG. Don’t party too much, save money and invest wisely!!! You old, it is a lot harder to work it back up and you get sick too.

[@atiyarise4131]

In 1989 the economy was different. Your fathers acumen is what helped you purchase your paid off properties.

[@makebaid-deen5411]

This is so inspiring. Thank you!

[@irvingalasraki9208]

Thanks for your video

[@sheilarwyche]

That's awesome and I'm 54 and don't know where to start but this has definitely inspired me and for me to take action somewhere

[@sheilatanart9874]

I really appreciate this! Gives me hope starting "late". I made poor decisions in my 20s and don't have savings or investments (well, I have little investments but lost money on that). I can only work with what I have now and it's painful to be reminded of the past. So thank you!

[@mseatapplesauce6199]

Excellent story and financial journey!👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

[@maranatharoric]

Very good story. Thanks for sharing.

[@cmbooks2000]

Sounds like challenges for sure, but if she considered herself broke, there isn't even a word for what I was as a single mom. My annual income was 6k while I attended the university at night. After graduation my income swelled to 13k. This went on for several years. It wasn't until I packed up everything and moved to another state that my income doubled, invested in stock, and bought my own home. I married and our youngest son is autistic. It was extremely difficult but gradually, things got better. There are many, many families barely surviving on 20k and less. It's ridiculous that the working poor have to pay childcare, which could take one entire check. For most working people there is no "broke to FI" just finding a way to numb the pain.

[@Patri850]

Sorry for bumping…..but Are you interested on how to really achieve financial freedom I’m just saying because I remember couple summers back, after my lengthy divorce, I needed a good boost to help my business stay afloat, hence I researched for license advisors and came across someone of due diligence she helped a lot to grow my reserve notwithstanding inflation, from $275k to approx $850k so you could try less

[@joaniemeiman5303]

Fabulous journey. Such a story!

[@meryemo4932]

I loved this episode!

[@ivybichon8582]

I grew up very poor. I made it out by going to nursing school and eventually going on to grad school to become a nurse practitioner. However, I do admit I was somewhat careless with money. I just wanted to finally get some of the things that I never had in the past and enjoy some of my financial freedom for a bit. I currently own my own home, but still have a mortgage that is very manageable as a single income household. I recently took a loan to repair the house just so that I can make sure I can live in the home without any major surprises while I’m still possibly employed. The Covid burn out is real. I became much more aware that I do not want to work so hard and be emotionally stressed ever again. I work for a small emergency room group a job realized doesn’t offer the opportunity to age with it.I secured a job w a bigger organization which I can possibly transition to other roles as i get older. This is the scariest thing I’ve done in quite sometime. I’m hoping for the best and preparing for the next season in my life

[@jaynecuckney406]

Keep going; you'll do it!

[@missalphaomegagod-2u]

Thank you for your honesty and transparency I learned a lot from your experience and appreciate you 😊

[@Patri850]

Sorry for bumping…..but Are you interested on how to really achieve financial freedom I’m just saying because I remember couple summers back, after my lengthy divorce, I needed a good boost to help my business stay afloat, hence I researched for license advisors and came across someone of due diligence she helped a lot to grow my reserve notwithstanding inflation, from $275k to approx $850k

[@wl6279]

This lady's journey is very enlightening and educational

[@lisawynne-magnuson9469]

What an inspiration!

[@SaadonAksah]

Thanks for sharing 👍

[@msjaejontelle]

I would love to hear a story where you reach FI without a spouse, home ownership, business, and inheritance. To many those seem like blessings that they may never have access to.

[@GravityBar231]

I second this.

[@TheImperfectReader]

I am so excited I am checking out that green acre show.

[@heidiampe8056]

She did the work… and benefited from generational wealth. Many of our fellow Americans never had that opportunity.

[@Patri850]

_A lot of folks downplay the role of advisors until being burnt by their own emotions. I remember couple summers back, after my lengthy divorce, I needed a good boost to help my business stay afloat, hence I researched for license advisors and came across someone of due diligence she helped a lot to grow my reserve notwithstanding inflation, from $275k to approx $850k

[@neommutle8033]

Wow great story, so relatable from South Africa 🇿🇦

[@GJvv2009]

I agree wholeheartedly. Great story.

[@esua_fidelis]

Thank you very much ✨

[@RogerAlmeidaLuthier]

What amazing life story! I'm from Brazil and I just knew this channel right now. Great content. I wondering and I'd like to hear from Courtney. Could the Yoga had contributed to the success she got? Analyzing all the scenario, all difficulties, 4 children and all the pressure of the bills and debts, could attribute the mind sanity and self control to the Yoga knowledge she has?

[@pinchasjm]

My favorate program

[@aryanasmith4426]

Nice video! Thanks for sharing this video with us. I like the video and it is very helpful for me. Thanks for sharing.

[@Patri850]

Sorry for bumping…..but Are you interested on how to really achieve financial freedom I’m just saying because I remember couple summers back, after my lengthy divorce, I needed a good boost to help my business stay afloat, hence I researched for license advisors and came across someone of due diligence she helped a lot to grow my reserve notwithstanding inflation, from $275k to approx $850k

[@ronniejackson3578]

Great inspiration 👏

[@andyking4701]

Great Points