Join us (Alynn Godfroy and Glen Bacarro) on our journey to achieve FIRE (Financial Independence Retire Early). Do you want to get out of debt and achieve financial independence? JOIN US! Follow as we stumble and succeed along the path to FIRE. Come and learn along side of us all the tips/tricks and techniques we can all use to get there. Alynn is a mother, step mother, wife, business owner and financial advisor on track to retire at age 45. Glen is a father, husband, speaker and content creator set to reach FIRE in about 10 years. Our goal is to help you gain financial independence with our combined knowledge and experience. Get out of the RAT RACE of life when you ACHIEVE FIRE.
Ep. # 14 - How much is your sweet ride costing you?
Thanks for joining us for the first season of our podcast. In our final episode we talk about the cost of transportation and how much it's actually costing you. Stay tuned for the second season which will be coming up soon.
3 Mar 2020
Ep. #13 - Rate of Return - How much money is your money making?
With investments you need to know what your rate of return is going to be. Meaning, you need to know and understand how much money your money is going to be making when you invest. Come and listen to some tips from our latest podcast.
25 Feb 2020
Ep. #12 - Take extra money off of my paycheck?
Is it a good idea to take extra money off your paycheck for the possibility of receiving a refund on your income tax? Let's hear what Alynn has to say about that in the latest podcast!
17 Feb 2020
Ep. #11 - Should you freeze your credit card in a block of ice?
We continue to talk about credit cards in the latest podcast episode. We share some debt elimination strategies and talk about freezing your credit card in a block of ice. Before you pull out your credit card to spend more check out the latest podcast episode.
10 Feb 2020
Ep. #10 - Improve Your Credit Score
On today's podcast we discuss how to improve your credit score and why it's important to have a great credit score.
3 Feb 2020
Ep. #9 - Review of No Spend Challenge - How did you do?
January has come to an end and so has The No Spend Challenge. On this week's podcast we review how Alynn and Glen did with the challenge. How did you do? Did you become more aware of how you are spending your money?
27 Jan 2020
Ep. #8 - Buying A New Car? Do your research!
When it comes to making big purchases, make sure to do your research. Ask a lot of questions and talk to family and friends. Google the items you want to buy and ask about the pros and cons. Taking the time to learn about what you are purchasing can save you money. Come and listen to the story of the lady who could have saved about $10,000 if she'd have only talked to the right people and asked the right questions.
20 Jan 2020
Ep. #7 - Tax Free Savings Account, if you're Canadian GET ONE TODAY!
Anyone over the age of 18 in Canada can open up a Tax Free Savings Account. It is one of the best investment options available to Canadians! Learn more about it on today's podcast! Don't forget to check out www.achieve-fire.com (http://www.achieve-fire.com) for more tips and tricks on your journey to FIRE!
13 Jan 2020
Ep. #6 - Power Promise - A small little change that can have BIG results!
On today's podcast we talk about The Power Promise. The Power Promise is about one small change. It’s about you, promising yourself what you’re going to do to make your life better this year in 2020. Come and listen as we share what our Power Promise for 2020 is!
7 Jan 2020
Ep. #5 - No Spend Challenge (How far can you make $50 go?)
It's a New Year! Happy 2020! Let's start off on the right foot. Join the "No Spend Challenge" where you are allowed to only spend $50 in a week. That does not include essentials such as gas or groceries etc. Only the things you want to purchase. This challenge will make you focus on what you are purchasing, why you are purchasing and how much money you are spending a week on non-essential items. Can you last 30 days? Join Alynn on the Achieve-FIRE Facebook page for her daily No Spend Challenge updates.
30 Dec 2019
Ep. #4 - The Happiness List. This should be the reason why you work!
Are you working to pay off stuff that you own? Does the stuff you own bring you happiness? We challenge you to make a happiness list - The Top 10 Things that make you happy! The list just might surprise you and make you re-evaluated the value of the work that you do. Have a listen to what's on our lists and how we design a lifestyle to match the values found in our lists. What's on your list?
23 Dec 2019
Ep.#3 - Meet Glen Bacarro, if he can save up for retirement coming from nothing, so can you.
Glen Bacarro was not raised by his parents. He realized early on that no one was going to take care of his future financially. Not his personal family, nor the family who raised him as they had very little money. It was a breakthrough moment that made him understand that he was completely responsible for his life. It was very empowering! Come and hear his story.
16 Dec 2019
Ep.#2 - Who is Alynn? Psst..She's going to show you how she saved $3000 a month.
Meet Alynn Godfroy and discover her journey to FIRE. You'll want to listen closely as she will be sharing how she saved over $3000 a month leaving her with over $30,000 to invest and put towards her early retirement. FIRE is a mindset. Master this simple formula to achieve it: Don't spend more than you earn, invest the difference and avoid debt. Managing money can be challenging, it doesn't have to be.
12 Dec 2019
"Christmas Special BONUS!" Podcast
We talk about Christmas on this episode and offer suggestions on how you can avoid the pitfalls of going into debt buying all this stuff that you really don't need. TUNE IN! Happy holidays!
9 Dec 2019
Ep.#1 Welcome the the show! - What is FIRE?
Thanks for joining us (Alynn and Glen) on our journey to achieve FIRE (Financial Independence Retire Early). Learn about the FIRE movement, plus we'll be sharing tips/tricks and techniques to get you out of debt, save money and live a lifestyle that's more in alignment with your values. In this series we'll be exploring in depth this simple formula: Don't spend more than you earn, invest the difference and avoid debt.
Is it easy? No! But can it be done...YES!!
Managing money can be challenging, it doesn't have to be.
Show notes: The book that I mentioned reading was "Playing with Fire" by Scott Riekens. And the podcast I mention is "Choose FI" both great resources to further your education about FIRE!
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