Start Saying “NO” in 2025 (We Wish We Did) | Living the FI Life

BiggerPockets MoneyJan 8, 202525m 35s4.2K viewsScore 65
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intermediate
saying no
financial independence
investment review
rental property pivot
spending habits
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Summary

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Learn how to strategically say 'no' to opportunities that overextend you, even when pursuing financial independence. This episode recaps 2024 spending and investment performance, highlighting a pivot in short-term rental strategy and a focus on enjoying the present.

Key insights

  • Convenience spending, such as paying for on-airport long-term parking to avoid shuttle waits and using express toll lanes to save time in traffic, is being prioritized over cost savings.

Mistakes to avoid

  • Overcommitting to travel and saying 'yes' to too many opportunities can lead to a life that is too busy, even after achieving financial independence.

Tools & resources

  • BiggerPocketsplatform

    BiggerPockets offers resources for signing up for free, finding property managers, and learning about saying 'no' to opportunities.

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