Investing 101 for Financial Independence | Start With As Little as $25

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  • @OurRichJourney
    @OurRichJourney  ปีที่แล้ว +2

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  • @reinataylor2829
    @reinataylor2829 3 ปีที่แล้ว +396

    I cannot believe this is a free channel, it's on par with an Ivy league education in finance. Thank you!

    • @OurRichJourney
      @OurRichJourney  3 ปีที่แล้ว +27

      You are so sweet! Thank you so much for your kind words Lauren!!!❤️

    • @simonvartanians4850
      @simonvartanians4850 3 ปีที่แล้ว +64

      It’s probably free because the info is real. These guys actually made/make money. Unlike scammers that promise the road to riches IF you buy their courses.

    • @churnettravels3631
      @churnettravels3631 3 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      @@simonvartanians4850 OMG! Well done you hit the nail on the head!! 👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿

    • @412Kamikaze
      @412Kamikaze 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      I'm learning from them and other similarly incredible finance TH-cam channels that they love sharing all these highly useful and immediately applicable tips because they've been proven in the wealth generation is already made for the content creators or IS currently working for them.

    • @sunemtovar6763
      @sunemtovar6763 ปีที่แล้ว

      Even better! I have a MS in finance and they didn’t teach me none of this

  • @richardjohnson3752
    @richardjohnson3752 3 ปีที่แล้ว +84

    I’m 50 and my husband 54 we are both retired with over $3 million in net worth and no debts. Currently living smart and frugal with our money. Saving and investing lifestyle in the stock market made it possible for us this early even till now we earn weekly.
    Thanks to fire movement.

    • @MoneywithPennies
      @MoneywithPennies 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Wow, that sounds awesome. I should be so lucky if I could reach those numbers by your age. =)

    • @lamontedwards9293
      @lamontedwards9293 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Teach me

  • @emwatson605
    @emwatson605 3 ปีที่แล้ว +139

    I opened a Roth IRA for my 14 year old. My hope is she creates her own trust fund and becomes FIWO- Financial Independence Work Optional. Explaining retirement to a teenager is kind of futile. Explaining a work optional choice got her attention.😂 Thank you for inspiring me to do better for myself and my daughter.

    • @OurRichJourney
      @OurRichJourney  3 ปีที่แล้ว +31

      EM - I LOVE the way you changed your approach!!! Most teens have no interest in retiring . . especially if they have never started working!!! Work optional is such a good way to frame it!!!

    • @nikkid6395
      @nikkid6395 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Awesome! We opened my 16 year old a Roth at the end of 2020. Best for you and your dtr. Hubby and I are working on FI and paying off debt at the same time right now. 🥵. Coming along great with all of this education!

    • @vc6036
      @vc6036 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Did you open the ROTH IRA for your daughter because she has employment? I'd love to do the same for mine.

    • @stephaniejsmes8991
      @stephaniejsmes8991 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I like this ! Great way to explain it to a teen.

    • @RyeLady99
      @RyeLady99 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I love this! FIWO

  • @nathenhoang
    @nathenhoang 3 ปีที่แล้ว +127

    Amon & Christina have changed so many lives including my own and I just want go say THANK YOU! 🥰

    • @OurRichJourney
      @OurRichJourney  3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      And we just have to say thank you for saying thank you!!! :) That is so kind of you!!!❤️

  • @clarylizperalta9957
    @clarylizperalta9957 3 ปีที่แล้ว +106

    One day I will be financially independent and it is going to 100% thanks to Christina and Amon. THANK YOU!

    • @OurRichJourney
      @OurRichJourney  3 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      You are so sweet Claryliz!!! But, as much as we would love the credit (hehe!), we know you WILL become financially independent and it will be 100% because of YOU!!! Every day, you get closer to your goals! We love that we are on the journey with you. We know YOU CAN DO IT!!!!

    • @CactusJack252
      @CactusJack252 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      They give you the knowledge. It is you that has to put it to use.

  • @barbarapierrelouis903
    @barbarapierrelouis903 3 ปีที่แล้ว +50

    Patiently waiting to meet me a respectful man that enjoys financial literacy. You two are the perfect team! Thank you for all the knowledge.

  • @moneybee
    @moneybee 3 ปีที่แล้ว +88

    Everyone has to start somewhere! And no matter *what* or how much it starts with, time is such a factor so *WHEN* you start matters so much too! The best time to plant a tree was 50 years ago, the second best time is right now! Great video guys!
    FIRE all the way! 😊 🔥

    • @OurRichJourney
      @OurRichJourney  3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Perfectly said!!! Right now is the time!!! :) Thanks for watching!

    • @ModestMillennial
      @ModestMillennial 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @Moneybee: absolutely agree.. starting today is the key.. alot of my friends are like ohhh i am busy with this and that so i will start investing later, but they don't realize time is their best friend with investing and specially if you are investing in index funds it does not need alot of your time to manage.

  • @withwilk7473
    @withwilk7473 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Also, you can start with say 25$ per month. And then as you realise it works and you're making money with these assets, like index funds for example, you'll be surprised how you'll be able to cut back certain costs in life to invest more. I started with £50 per month from my paycheck for the first year or so, then I changed a few things around and pushed it up to £150 per month. It becomes kind of an addiction, once you realise that cash in the bank is wasting money, you'll want most of your cash invested into something that creates more money.

  • @JonathanSilva-ib1hq
    @JonathanSilva-ib1hq 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    When I first started my investment journey I made the mistake of actually investing in single stocks I believed were great and realizing that for a whole year I never made any profit. Then I switched to low cost index funds and my returns got much better and effective without much of the volatility or possibly huge negative swings of single stocks. I learned that I shouldn’t put all my money into single stocks unless I was a professional and willing to do my homework on that particular investment. To that I add if I can also afford to lose half of its value when it happened, which I couldn’t. You guys are doing great in financial education, thank you! Please keep educating🙂👍

  • @bonitahill5239
    @bonitahill5239 3 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    Just completed sending this vid to everyone that told me they don’t have any money to invest 😊.... Yes you do 🤓... Honestly you can’t hear this information enough now... So important..... What a wealth of information ! ! 👍 You two are the best!!!.... See you both next Sunday ...

    • @OurRichJourney
      @OurRichJourney  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Bonita - you are just THE BEST! Thank you for sending to everyone!!! See you next Sunday!

  • @timothyjohn9412
    @timothyjohn9412 3 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    This is my favorite channel on YT. Blessings to you both.

    • @OurRichJourney
      @OurRichJourney  3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Wow! Thank you so much Timothy!!!

  • @pb9401
    @pb9401 3 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    I love this channel! I have always wanted to invest but I was scared and I don’t have much money. I watched your show and took the plunge. I have been buying fractional shares for a year and I’m not turning back! Thank you for educating me and giving me the courage to try something new!!

  • @danelledautrievesanford
    @danelledautrievesanford 3 ปีที่แล้ว +23

    I've been in an investment club for years. We have a brokerage partnership portfolio and research the stocks we buy. The primary mission is education. It can get frustrating because some folks don't take research seriously 🤣😭🤦🏿‍♀️.

    • @OurRichJourney
      @OurRichJourney  3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Such a great point Danelle - researching and understanding your investments are very important!

    • @idiocracyishere4531
      @idiocracyishere4531 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Research isn’t necessary if you invest in index funds such as vtsax

  • @doranlopez2998
    @doranlopez2998 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Every time I watch 1 of your videos, I want to start right away. However, trying to finish paying off debt and then save up 6 months of expenses...then I can finally start investing beyond my employer matched retirement. It’s taking so much restraint and patience I don’t have not to jump in head 1st!!

    • @OurRichJourney
      @OurRichJourney  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I love that you are staying focused on your debt Doran (and that you are also getting that employer match)!!! You can do it! AND once you pay off your debt, you'll have so much more money (and continued discipline) to begin throwing your money into your investments!!!

  • @1Phedre
    @1Phedre 3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Let's do it! Invest smartly toward FIRE! The Browning family is the inspiration!

  • @eidimaralmeida6463
    @eidimaralmeida6463 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I started watching your videos last year and that's helping me to improve my english, and the same time helping me to achive my financial freedom.
    From São Paulo Brasil 🇧🇷

  • @crazyninja22656
    @crazyninja22656 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I have a fidelity account. Love it.

  • @jehvaughnigrant684
    @jehvaughnigrant684 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    You guys are the best ever. I have been watching this channel nice August of 2021 and I am just filled with knowledge. I am 18 years old and a senior rn and I am blessed to recieve all the information u give for FREE. Planning to retire in my 30s but still work to serve the world at a good cause and you guys are such inspiration to me and I'm pretty sure to many other. God bless you guys and your wonderful family 💖💖

  • @maxineoliver7404
    @maxineoliver7404 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I would definitely have to start small with $25.00 with small bite sizes. Thanks for sharing!💲💚

  • @chinyereapakama298
    @chinyereapakama298 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for your candour and breaking principles into steps. It's always a joy watching couples finish each other's sentences. May you both be greatly blessed.😊😊😊

  • @tiagotorressilva
    @tiagotorressilva 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    As a Portuguese just moving back to Portugal your channel as been a great help! If you could do a video on your knowledge investing for Portuguese or Europeans in portugal would be a great help!

    • @OurRichJourney
      @OurRichJourney  3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Thank you for the video suggestion Tiago!!!

  • @daniel.woodcock
    @daniel.woodcock 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Been following you guys for a while now, you have been a catalyst in my financial journey, inspiring me to take action.
    Starting investing always seemed like a terrifying step for me after hearing about how dangerous the stock market it for my whole life.
    I'm glad I took the leap and I'm not on my way to Financial Independence :)

  • @JuanAldape
    @JuanAldape 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    The content is not only great but the way you teach it is amazing! You are fabulous educators! Been an avid follower since September of last year. I wonder if you can also mention in another video that there are ~3,600 companies on the stock market. This helped me realize the market was not as big I imagined it to be. It helped me feel less overwhelmed. Looking forward to next week!

  • @SLICKW1993
    @SLICKW1993 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I love your videos, no hype, flash or get rich quick nonsense. Anyone can do this, thank you 🙏

  • @ccccccchhhhhh808
    @ccccccchhhhhh808 3 ปีที่แล้ว +42

    I'm so ready to hit the ground running with this FIRE journey!

    • @OurRichJourney
      @OurRichJourney  3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Yes, yes, and YES!!!! Hit the ground running Chelsea!!!

    • @MoneywithPennies
      @MoneywithPennies 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Yes, life is too short to spend on a traditional worklife, no one will thank you for wasting your life on work.

  • @salmaabdulmajeed9888
    @salmaabdulmajeed9888 3 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    Bless you both for educating and I feel like getting stronger every time watch your content.

    • @OurRichJourney
      @OurRichJourney  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Aww, you are so sweet Salma! Thank you so much!!!❤️

  • @theluckyace9012
    @theluckyace9012 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Started investing through my parents, I’m 16 years old and graduating on the 7th of June. Just got a job and starting today (May 25, 2021), making minimum wage (15 an hour). Already have $5421 in my account, through a lot of yard work. Making about $451 a year (JEPI).

  • @RetailWithDanelle
    @RetailWithDanelle 3 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    I left a job and was hesitant to put all the money in stock. I bought some corporate bonds* that paid interest rates ranging from 4-10%. I used the interest to leverage a career change. The clinic I was working at was about to close and I was most likely going to be transferred to a very toxic work environment. Better to leave than be escorted. Now I'm using the interest toward retirement.

    • @OurRichJourney
      @OurRichJourney  3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I LOVE what you did! Having a plan, implementing it with investing, and then leverage your investments into something ideal! You took action! Definitely better to leave than to be escorted! :)

    • @ModestMillennial
      @ModestMillennial 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @Avon online: i am so happy for you to take that big step and not to be dragged to a toxic environment, that only comes if you have some financial security so its very important to save and invest and when times like this arise one can do what you did 😊

    • @RetailWithDanelle
      @RetailWithDanelle 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@ModestMillennial Truth

  • @DMS1985
    @DMS1985 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    You always say you quit your federal job! I was wondering how much you were making and what were your benefits! That’s the most important factor to start!

  • @judithbuchanan9566
    @judithbuchanan9566 3 ปีที่แล้ว +23

    Hi Amon & Christina 🙋🏽‍♀️
    Was waiting all week for my dose of Sunday wisdom 🙌🏽. Big Congratulations on 25 million views🎉🎊. That is such a testament of how valuable your content is to us viewers👏🏽👏🏽. You have no idea how much I appreciate all you do to educate us. Have a beautiful week & see you next Sunday 🤗.

    • @OurRichJourney
      @OurRichJourney  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Wow - Thank you for always sharing such positivity Judith!!! See you next Sunday!!!

  • @janeynget3059
    @janeynget3059 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Amon & Christina, I am so proud of people like you who have found financial freedom at such a young age. I’m in my 50s and is still looking and searching for ways to get there. Many blessings to you both 🙏💕

  • @MyWillbot
    @MyWillbot 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    I just sent this link to one of my best friends who is starting to get interested in investing. Thanks for such an easy to understand and topical video.

    • @OurRichJourney
      @OurRichJourney  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Awesome, thank you so much for sharing!!!

    • @vc6036
      @vc6036 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I love all their videos. They are all easy to understand and very informative.

  • @unknownt5391
    @unknownt5391 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    My first year investing I made the exact mistake you mentioned. I opened an account and made automatic deposits of $500 a month. What i didn't understand was that i needed to select funds to buy. I just thought the default federal money market account was what i was buying. So for a whole year i thought i was doing well until i asked a friend to check my portfolio. Hahahaha after that i started reading and watching videos to understand more. Such a costly mistake 🤦‍♂️

    • @KimKim_eats
      @KimKim_eats 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      If you don't mind me asking what funds you end up buying

  • @nazcarcup
    @nazcarcup 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Great video.
    We don't work for money.
    We let the money work for us.

  • @karenhurtado604
    @karenhurtado604 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You are not just an inspiration, you are my guidebook! I’m in my early 50s, hoping to get started ASAP. Who knows I just might learn Portuguese and move to Portugal! Thank you and blessings to you and your girls!💕

  • @RobinTaylorMusic
    @RobinTaylorMusic 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I max out my Roth IRA and HSA every year but also started adding more to my regular brokerage account lately so I can start saving for the down payment on a house (and get a better return on my money while saving). Thanks for sharing these videos!

    • @juniorjeune9885
      @juniorjeune9885 ปีที่แล้ว

      After you max your these account, what should do next?

  • @YaBetterCallBabu07
    @YaBetterCallBabu07 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Please consider e a video on your thoughts of leverage (whether it'd be margin, options, 2-3x etfs). I think so many new beginner retail investors are doing it. In my opinion, it may be in their best interest to either not to leverage in a high market, or at least be educated on how much they should leverage based on history/stats. I personally leverage more in a low market, and less in a high.

  • @Queen-qf2bn
    @Queen-qf2bn 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    My dad was called Amon he was very wise too and he loved to invest. I think its a gift. You guys r doing well.

  • @manofculture8026
    @manofculture8026 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I read an article about you guys last year. I'm 18 right now, and ready to 🔥. Thanks for using your time to educate others.

  • @smartcookiefinance
    @smartcookiefinance 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great point! Beginners should not begin with individual stocks but for some reason always do lol (myself included) but ETFs/index funds are definitely the way to go!

  • @Sunny_Cyclonius
    @Sunny_Cyclonius 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Gratitude.

  • @thejourneytofi2621
    @thejourneytofi2621 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Yes! Just getting started is the most important part. Great video!

    • @OurRichJourney
      @OurRichJourney  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Yes - getting started can be a big step for people. But, the sooner someone can get started, the better!

  • @millyg5481
    @millyg5481 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank you so much for all your helpful videos!

  • @SagiFireSirena
    @SagiFireSirena 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Should I be concerned about the stock market because of the economy now? I’m brand new to this. I have a 401k, 457 and retirement through my gov’t job. I have two college kids too 👀

  • @cameronword
    @cameronword 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Such great information! It's so important that people know that it doesn't take a lot of money to get started. I found out later than I'd wish, but now I let everyone I know how easy it is to start investing these days.

  • @Patricia-pq9xw
    @Patricia-pq9xw 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hello, I watch your videos all the time, but I´m not a US citizen or live in the US so could you do a video in the opening an account such as Vanguard or Fidelity for people like me? Thanks :)

  • @ronniematrix89
    @ronniematrix89 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Great Investing info and insights. Alot of folks are mistaken in thinking that you need a lot of money to invest, this upload should be very helpful to them.

  • @jordanbergman1387
    @jordanbergman1387 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I-Bonds (Inflation Bonds) are currently paying out a 3.54% annual yield. As inflation continues to rise it could continue to be a good form of setting aside cash reserves that you don't need access to. While this return is clearly not as lucrative as the stock market when it performs well, it is a very strong return relative to money market or other "safe" investments out there.

  • @marcusmccullough189
    @marcusmccullough189 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Me and my son just got done watching this.. 👑👑👑

    • @OurRichJourney
      @OurRichJourney  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      That's awesome! Thank you Marcus!

  • @perah1016
    @perah1016 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Can you do a video on a step by step tutorial on how to invest in fractional shares if you haven’t already. I’m new to your page

  • @CorruptJoeBidet
    @CorruptJoeBidet 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Not sure if now is the right time to start investing., Experts are saying the stock market is in a massive bubble with all the recent money printing and due for a crash. Should I start investing or wait? Hate to lose a part of my savings.

  • @laitatiere6316
    @laitatiere6316 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I can watch this sit down talk video from start to end without getting distracted or changing videos. So informative and very helpful 🙌

  • @truenorth2977
    @truenorth2977 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks so much. I want to get started on investing and I need a 101 class.

  • @elizabethreynolds6874
    @elizabethreynolds6874 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    So grateful to you both for helping me and others like me who are new to investing to understand and make it so accessible and to inspire us to join the journey. You do a great job of conveying the information! ✨🙏✨💓

  • @walljoy
    @walljoy ปีที่แล้ว

    Wonderful advice. Thank you so very much!

  • @ChrisTovahsAmazingAdventures
    @ChrisTovahsAmazingAdventures 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    It is crazy to think how far just $25 can go. People think we are crazy for being frugal and saving a little extra money here and there on not dinning out often, having older cell phones and old (paid for vehicles)....but we have invested wisely. We travel 2-3 times a year on some epic, bucket list travels and are set to retire in 17 months (at age 45). We are moving to Nicaragua and plan to enjoy the sun, sand, surf, yoga and plenty of travel.

  • @imma_cat
    @imma_cat 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Question: I’m currently investing in VTSAX in a taxable brokerage account. I want to also invest in REITs but I heard on a podcast that it’s better to invest in REITs from a tax advantaged account because REITs are taxed differently. Which account are your REITs in?

    • @curlymami
      @curlymami 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      This is a great question, I would also like to know

    • @mastermindm4575
      @mastermindm4575 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Put your REITs in a taxed advantage account so that you won’t get taxed high.

  • @vc6036
    @vc6036 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you for the important information on investing and encouragement to invest even when it is just a small amount to start. I think that is very important to know. I also appreciate you adding the links to the other videos. Blessings to you and the girls!

  • @MoneywithPennies
    @MoneywithPennies 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    *Never too late and never too little money to invest. Find a good index fund and get started.*

  • @angis4965
    @angis4965 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What if I have school debt. Which should I do first? Pay off debt to save more in the future? Or pay off debt and invest at the same time? Thanks!

  • @waldoa4760
    @waldoa4760 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Thank you for what you guys do!

    • @OurRichJourney
      @OurRichJourney  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank YOU Waldo - for watching and commenting!!!

  • @FalconWing1813
    @FalconWing1813 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for sharing this, I was wondering if you had a video that covers what to do once you do retire? what is the best way to make use of all the money you saved? Do you just pull it all out? Thanks again!

  • @BalarajMenon
    @BalarajMenon 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you, thank you, thank you! I've been trying to get my son interested in investing, and your videos seem to be helping :)!

  • @jessicaosei
    @jessicaosei 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Hi Amon & Christina! I’m in the early stages of my FIRE journey and am also interested in moving/retiring abroad in Europe. I was wondering if you have insight (or could make a video) on how to take currency exchange rates into consideration when investing for FIRE. For example, I earn income and invest in USD. The USD / Euro exchange rate has varied widely over the past few decades, with the dollar being weaker for much of that time. How do we factor this variability into calculating our FIRE number? What other ways can we reduce vulnerability to fluctuating currencies once we’ve FIRE’d? I assume being able to buy your house outright (like you’ve done) eliminates a potentially large recurring expense of a mortgage or rent payment. Are there any other tips to ensure our investments will last through currency fluctuations in retirement?
    Thanks for all you do! Your videos have been incredibly helpful, encouraging, and inspiring to me on my journey. Any insight or resources you have are greatly appreciated!

    • @OurRichJourney
      @OurRichJourney  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks Jessica! We don't have a video on that, but thank you for the video suggestion!

  • @tomm8025
    @tomm8025 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    If younger: #1 Roth accounts, #2 Traditional Retirement accounts and #3 Regular brokerage accounts.
    Try to keep investments you believe will have the most growth potential in the Roths, where all that growth will be 100% ta free. Mutual funds in traditional retirement account where the annual issued capital gains won't effect you (tax deferred) and regular brokerage accounts are great for index funds which have lower recognized gains and then you only have to pay long term capital gains when you sell, so you get tax advantage on tax rate owed.

  • @YadaNcam
    @YadaNcam 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I appreciate this video. I open a Roth ira and utma months ago and haven’t done anything. I was lost for while! This video help. Thank you!! ❤️

  • @CENA896
    @CENA896 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I have all of theses accounts I max them every year and I use my side hustle to max my HSA and my Roth I use from work and the rest goes into 401k and one percent goes to my Cash management account aka rainy day fund

    • @OurRichJourney
      @OurRichJourney  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      That is FANTASTIC! I love that your side hustle is also funding your accounts!!!

    • @ModestMillennial
      @ModestMillennial 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @CENA896: i am so happy you are doing side hustle and maxing out all the tax benefit accounts.. side hustles are really helpful, i do food deliveries as a side hustle and brings in good amount of money working 2-3 hours additionally

  • @josephchristopherlewis6020
    @josephchristopherlewis6020 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Amon & Christina, you're the bomb !!!!❤

  • @1ushanri
    @1ushanri 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi Christina and Amon, I watched most of your videos and able to get a lot of financial literacy, but this video is like a beginner's video for an audience like me. would learn more from you guys in a continuous manner.

  • @candicewaller403
    @candicewaller403 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I've been debtfree for a little over a year (other than my mortgage which is less than half of my home value), but I still feel so nervous about taking the plunge into investing. I save a TON and I know that my money isn't doing much sitting in a regular savings account. Maybe it's just that I've never had this level of security before. It just feels like gambling with my hard-earned nest egg. I'm going to check out that video you mentioned about walking through setting up an account. Gotta get over these nerves if I'm ever going to retire early!

  • @happinesswatts
    @happinesswatts 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Now I must just find a day I won’t be disturb to watch your videos. I like fact that you guys are upfront other prize for the course unlike youtubers making you listen won’t even tell you u till last minute.omly $1800 $1000
    Not everyone has that
    Money lying around. But I am working on having it thou

  • @vickieng4260
    @vickieng4260 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I watched you guys on Netflix yeah . Thank you for your sharing 🥰🥰🥰

  • @vuyisekahobe9124
    @vuyisekahobe9124 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hi team, I am one of your South African subscriber. I want to know if South Africans can open these account?

  • @tobirates916
    @tobirates916 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thank you! I always learn something new, even from a “101” video.

    • @OurRichJourney
      @OurRichJourney  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Tobi - Thanks for the previous comment clarification on contributions versus earning for the Roth IRA! Links are removed from our page, so your original comment isn't there, but I added your name in my response! Feel free to shoot another message under that comment! :)

  • @imagesinla8575
    @imagesinla8575 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    VIDEO IDEA? Also a question.
    If I haven't invested in Index Funds yet, should I wait until we see how INFLATION plays out, or should I go ahead and invest in the Index Funds now?
    Thank you.

    • @OurRichJourney
      @OurRichJourney  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Of course, whether to invest is always up to you! We always focused on getting our money into the market as soon as possible because it's not really possible to time the market and try to determine the best time to get in. But, we were also long-term investors and we knew that we were going to be keeping our money in the market regardless of the upswings or downturns in the market! :)

    • @imagesinla8575
      @imagesinla8575 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@OurRichJourney Thank you.

  • @nikkid6395
    @nikkid6395 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Always a pleasure learning with you guys!

  • @robbyu.672
    @robbyu.672 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I’d also say a traditional IRA has a tax advantage. It just has the advantage NOW as opposed to the Roth which has tax advantages later.

  • @aljr3438
    @aljr3438 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thanks for always sharing. Look forward to all your videos. You guys are the best ❤️🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

  • @idiocracyishere4531
    @idiocracyishere4531 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Arman and Christina, are you getting a foreign earned income tax deduction? What about tax planning for you deferred tax accounts? How do you pay less taxes than you would normally when you withdraw from 401k or IRA?

  • @robyn3976
    @robyn3976 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I really appreciate you guys. Thanks for sharing the knowledge.

  • @gfunkbrown746
    @gfunkbrown746 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Best investment video I seen period. They made it easy to understand and provided different companies to invest with. Thanks for the information.

  • @TashaLove31911
    @TashaLove31911 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I wish you guys would show us how to cash out and stay within the 4%

    • @OurRichJourney
      @OurRichJourney  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks! We actually talk about it in our FIRE Master Class! :) - Here's the link: www.ourrichjourney.com/firemasterclass

  • @karolkinney
    @karolkinney 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I am signing up for your program and looking forward to learning but my question to you is; Do you address the needs of us older people? I have recently come into money, have already retired and am looking for education that is relevant to now....specific to this older age range. I am curious as to strategies that might be more relevant to me. Thank you for the opportunity to learn!

  • @ClearComplexionSkincareStudio
    @ClearComplexionSkincareStudio 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is binge worthy content! However, I’m choosing apply as I learn 💝

  • @damonreeves
    @damonreeves 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Priceless 99 Knowledge from Two of the Best on TH-cam.. Stay Safe Brothers and Sisters Keep Informed and Stack That Paper. ✌🏽❤️ So Cal

    • @OurRichJourney
      @OurRichJourney  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Aww, thank you so much Damon!!!!✌🏽❤️

  • @zhannakryukova8676
    @zhannakryukova8676 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Guys! I do like you and your topic, but....PLEASE, in more simple very small steps - what and how to do for very beginners!!! All the best! Thank you for helping!!! By the way, we are about to move from Canada to Madeira!!! Thank you for inspiring us!!!

  • @LUpeFiascogoat
    @LUpeFiascogoat 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great Resource! I've noticed that you both use Vanguard but they have higher expense ratios on similar Index Funds when compared to Fidelity. Is it because you feel more comfortable with them overall ( customer service, mobile app, custodial accounts, etc)? And do these paticular expense ratios/fees pale in comparison to what you're ultimately getting out of them? Appreciate your channel.

  • @Stopit77
    @Stopit77 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for this information and making it clear to those of us who know nothing about this topic…much appreciated!

  • @ronjarvis2280
    @ronjarvis2280 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Love the channel and appreciate the insights. One thing I know you've mentioned in other videos but didn't mention here is Target Date Funds. If the goal is retirement savings that is a great option - especially in a 401K or other retirement plan. I've had good success with them in my 401K and was thinking about them while watching this video as many that I've looked at are well under the $25 target you mentioned.

    • @OurRichJourney
      @OurRichJourney  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks for sharing that Ron! :)

  • @lashawn369
    @lashawn369 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Checking in from the DMV.

  • @frapi5018
    @frapi5018 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wonderful. As always. Thank you.

  • @ramonajansen4663
    @ramonajansen4663 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hi guys, just happened upon your channel. My friends father is a financial advisor....he said you cannot save or invest while you have debt....the debt interest is much higher than what you gain by trying to save...so if I have to pay off my debt first I will never be able to save anything😥

    • @yolandabacon3662
      @yolandabacon3662 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Attack the debt first is great and wise. I agree. Do what is good for your household. I do some fractional investment. Right now - but get Lazer focused on smallest to largest debt. It works faster than you think. I am reducing and Eliminating debt (while buying small stock shares) - keep yourself encouraged.

  • @Mr.LoafOfficial
    @Mr.LoafOfficial 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Love all of the content

  • @bridgettewillis9013
    @bridgettewillis9013 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I'm thinking Fidelity should have been my starting point to buying fractional shares at $25. I opened a Vanguard Roth IRA. Didn't realize I would need $3000 to get started with index. Bummer

  • @maxinenorajennings929
    @maxinenorajennings929 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you thank you thank you y'all are good at what you do... Yeah pacifically pacifically tell you what to do and what not to do and you explain it very well... I thank you so much for helping me understand exactly what you said

  • @albertinogomes94
    @albertinogomes94 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you so much for sharing this great information. I have a ROTH IRA but I want to start on a Total Stock Market Index Fund. Where is a good place to start? Also, my wife and I have been following your videos on “How to Move To Portugal” and liked all of them. Our plan is to move there next year with our sons when I retire from the military. We fell in love with Portugal while stationed at the US EMB Lisbon (2008-2011). Again, thank you and Happy Holidays.

  • @ladym7852
    @ladym7852 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I have a brokerage account for my airline job but never knew what to do with it! I will check out that video. Thank you!

  • @laurar9748
    @laurar9748 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Learned a lot with this one. Thanks again for a great, informative video! 💰

    • @OurRichJourney
      @OurRichJourney  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      So happy to hear that! Thanks Laura!!!

  • @vegmom2three932
    @vegmom2three932 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for explaining this important information in such an easy to understand way.