The Irish FIRE Podcast – Details, episodes & analysis

In this episode, Michael discusses how embracing a low-cost lifestyle has helped him and his family move closer to Financial Independence.  He shares updates on his portfolio, his transition into semi-retirement, and the conscious trade-offs he's made to prioritise time freedom over material wealth.

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The Three Phases of FI https://www.firepodcast.ie/three-phases-of-fi

Limerick FI Meet Up Group: https://www.meetup.com/financial-independence-limerick/

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In this episode, Michael celebrates episode 100 of The Irish FIRE Podcast by looking back over the last 7 years of his FIRE journey, and giving his reflections on a year by year basis since he started his journey in 2018. Michael is now only a few months away from hitting FI, and Michael shares his thoughts on both how his journey has panned out, but also what he expects from the future once he reaches FI. Show Notes Subscribe to the monthly newsletter: https://www.firepodcast.ie/newsletter

In this episode, Michael takes a close look at intentional money spending.  He explains how becoming good at spending money is a skill and gives examples of good and bad money spending habits. Show Notes Join the newsletter at: https://www.firepodcast.ie/newsletter

What has really changed between now and the recession? Michael explores the differences between the hard times and now and asks the question "are you really any better off?".

While the externals have changed, have things fundamentally changed for you personally? Michael discusses a few observations and challenges the idea that things are radically any different than they were a few years ago.

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Michael gives us his background about moving to Ireland in 2011 and explains about how he is planning on being financially independent, by cutting expenses, investing for monthly income, leaving the rat race and taking more opportunities.

He explains how in September 2018 he made the decision to cut down to part time work and that the best thing that money can buy is time freedom.

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In this episode, Michael talks to Stephen about travel and FIRE.  Stephen is originally from Ireland but has spent time in Canada as well as countries all over the world.  Stephen spent 6 and a half years back packing around the world, while saving for FIRE.  Stephen works in hospitality, picking up jobs as he travels, traveling on a budget and saving for FI at the same time.

These days, Stephen is semi FI and he talks with Michael about how he built this lifestyle, how he will adapt with children, offers travel advise and how he defines his FIRE lifestyle.

Show Notes:

Follow Stephen at:

https://www.youtube.com/@outoftheboxtraveler

https://www.instagram.com/outoftheboxtraveler

JL Collins new book: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Pathfinders-Extraordinary-Stories-Financial-Independence/dp/B0CKWFWF95/

https://mrsmoneyhacker.com/

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 In this episode, Michael talks with Andrew, who was last on the podcast in 2021 talking about Investment Trusts.  This time, Michael and Andrew compared property VS stock.  Likely the most discussed topic on many FIRE groups, what is the better investment, property or stocks?

Andrew looks at the pros and cons of each and makes a conclusion about the better investment.

Disclaimer: Michael and Andrew are not professional investors and nothing in this episode should be considered financial advise.

Show Notes:

Andrew's previous podcast episode: https://www.firepodcast.ie/investment-trusts-with-andrew

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In this episode, Michael continues his conversation with Tom, a 26 year old pharmaceutical salesperson based in Wexford. In part two, we cover: - Tom discussed the power of the flexible work place and reasons not to worry about retiring early if you love your job. - Why the real journey from FIRE is to build a life you around work, rather than trying to escape from work. - Why the RE of FIRE is really just about leaving the 9-5 grind, more so than retiring in the traditional sense. - Michael compares his life from 2017 to today - to highlight how FIRE has changed his life. - Tom discusses how he plans to adjust his life for potentially having a family one day. - Tom discusses his financial education and how he discovered the FIRE movement. - Tom discusses property and why he likes investing in property - Tom and Michael give their opinion on cryptocurrency - Tom and Michael discuss compound interest. Show Notes: If you missed part 1 of the interview, go back and have a listen: https://www.firepodcast.ie/the-gen-z-fire-blue-print Subscribe to the newsletter: https://www.firepodcast.ie/newsletter

Tom, a 26 year old pharmaceutical salesperson based in Wexford, shares his FIRE story with Michael.  Tom was able to save €40,000 by the time he was 25 and purchase his first house aged 26. Tom's story is inspiring as he managed to avoid so many of the common financial pitfall's from such a young age.  His story shows what it possible when making sound financial decisions from a young age and is a blue print for anyone looking to pursue financial independence at any age. There will be more to come in part two of this interview. Show Notes: Follow Michael's process at: www.firepodcast.ie/newsletter

In this episode, Michael pays tribute to the Money Flamingo website (https://www.moneyflamingo.com).  He mentions how Tina's work has been a huge motivator for him, especially since 2021 and explores how many attributes from the Money Flamingo website are starting to apply to his own FIRE journey. Show Notes: Link to the Money Flamingo Article: https://www.moneyflamingo.com/time-to-semi-retire/ The Die with Zero Calculator: https://www.moneyflamingo.com/free-resources/ The Money Flamingo Podcast Interview: https://www.firepodcast.ie/flamingo-fire-the-money-flamingo-interview Subscribe to The Irish FIRE Podcast Monthly email: https://www.firepodcast.ie/newsletter