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@u/Melonbalon2 months ago
financial independenceSurvey
"2025 FI Survey is Here"
I created the 2025 FI survey to gather data from the community.
What I wish I knew
"I wish I had started the survey earlier."
Advice

"Be prepared with your numbers when taking the survey."

1/10 regret
0
Author
@u_AutoModerator7 months ago
financial independenceDiscussion Thread
"Discuss daily financial topics"
No specific outcome
What I wish I knew
"Read FAQ before posting"
Advice

"Sort comments by new"

5/10 regret
0
Author
@u_AutoModerator11 months ago
financial independenceDiscussion Thread
"Discussing daily FI topics"
I post about daily FI topics
What I wish I knew
"Sort comments by 'new'"
Advice

"Read the FAQ first"

5/10 regret
0
Author
@u_No-Walrus5688about 1 year ago
financial independenceInvestment Strategies
"Use SGOV for emergency fund instead of high yield savings account"
I earn higher returns on my emergency fund and save on taxes
What I wish I knew
"Tax implications of SGOV vs traditional savings"
Advice

"Consider alternative investments for emergency funds"

2/10 regret
0
Author
@u_pandachibabyover 1 year ago
financial independenceInvesting Strategy
"Investing aggressively to achieve financial independence"
I'm investing aggressively to reach financial independence, but feel overwhelmed by the responsibility of making smart financial decisions for my family
What I wish I knew
"I wish I had started investing earlier and had more financial knowledge"
Advice

"Investing aggressively can be stressful, but it's worth it for the freedom and security it provides"

8/10 regret
0
Author
@u_AutoModeratorover 1 year ago
financial independenceDiscussion Thread
"Discuss daily FI topics"
No regret, just discussion
What I wish I knew
"None, just follow rules"
Advice

"Follow rules, sort by new"

1/10 regret
0
Author
@u_AutoModeratorover 1 year ago
financial independenceDiscussion Thread
"Discuss daily FI topics"
No regret with discussion
What I wish I knew
"Check FAQ first"
Advice

"Sort by new"

5/10 regret
0
Author
@u_ApprehensiveOne9911over 1 year ago
financial independenceInvesting
"Investing in index funds to reach FI"
Invested $1.95M in index funds, exceeded goal of $2.5M
What I wish I knew
"More about long-term market volatility"
Advice

"Diversify investments and maintain consistent savings"

2/10 regret
0
Author
@u_Whole-Lobster-7272over 1 year ago
financial independenceMoving Abroad
"Moving abroad for financial gain"
Moved abroad, weighing financial benefits against lifestyle costs
What I wish I knew
"More about the lifestyle costs"
Advice

"Weigh financial benefits against personal costs"

5/10 regret
0
Author
@u_AutoModeratorover 1 year ago
financial independenceDiscussion Thread
"Discussing daily topics"
I'm discussing daily finance topics
What I wish I knew
"Sort comments by new"
Advice

"Read the FAQ first"

1/10 regret
0
Author
@u_AutoModeratoralmost 2 years ago
financial independenceDiscussion Thread
"Have FI discussions here"
Discussing FI topics freely
What I wish I knew
"Check FAQ first"
Advice

"Sort by new"

5/10 regret
0
Author
@u_lauren_knowsalmost 2 years ago
financial independenceReddit Moderation
"Implementing rule to combat AI/bots"
I had to remove dozens of AI/bot posts daily, making it hard to verify authenticity, so I implemented a karma posting requirement
What I wish I knew
"How to better recognize AI/bot posts before removing them"
Advice

"Don't underestimate the impact of AI/bots on community moderation"

2/10 regret
0
Author
@u_Only_Resolution9619almost 2 years ago
financial independenceMilitary FIRE
"Retired in mid-2025 at 35"
Achieved financial independence through military service and smart investing
What I wish I knew
"More about real estate private lending"
Advice

"Diversify your investments and take advantage of tax-free benefits"

1/10 regret
0
Author
@u_AutoModeratoralmost 2 years ago
financial independenceDiscussion Thread
"Discuss daily FI topics"
Relaxed rules for posting
What I wish I knew
"Check FAQ before posting"
Advice

"Sort comments by new"

5/10 regret
0
Author
@u_Majestic-Picture-456almost 2 years ago
financial independenceFI strategy
"Front-loading work years for later freedom"
Stumbled upon old essay that changed my perspective
What I wish I knew
"About alternative work philosophies"
Advice

"Consider systemic work reform"

2/10 regret
0
Author
@u_pandachibabyalmost 2 years ago
financial independenceFIRE
"Pursuing FIRE at age 35"
Started saving aggressively, invested in stocks and real estate
What I wish I knew
"More about long-term investing strategies"
Advice

"Create a personalized plan and stick to it"

2/10 regret
0
Author
@u_SyyedMohdSaadalmost 2 years ago
financial independenceCareer Development
"Commit to a high-income skill"
I'm at a stage where earning is not optional anymore — it’s necessary
What I wish I knew
"What skill to commit to long-term"
Advice

"Choose a skill with long-term scope and potential for high earnings"

5/10 regret
0
Author
@u_outdoorfire38almost 2 years ago
financial independenceReturning to Work
"Returning to work after 3-year sabbatical"
I took a 3-year sabbatical to focus on family and personal growth, but now I'm returning to work due to financial and non-financial reasons.
What I wish I knew
"I wish I had considered the impact of taxes and ACA subsidies on our finances."
Advice

"Consider the potential consequences of taking a long-term break from work before making a decision."

1/10 regret
0