In this episode, Lawrence and Lovely review the article "Black Woman Who Retired at 30: Financial Independence is Not Just for White Guys," which explores the inspiring story of a Black woman who achieved financial independence and retired early. We discuss how her journey challenges common narratives around wealth-building and the FIRE (Financial Independence, Retire Early) movement, which often lacks representation of people of color. The article’s key takeaways are overcoming financial barriers and the importance of diverse voices in the economic independence space.
In this episode, Lawrence and Lovely review the article "Black Woman Who Retired at 30: Financial Independence is Not Just for White Guys," which explores the inspiring story of a Black woman who achieved financial independence and retired early. We discuss how her journey challenges common narratives around wealth-building and the FIRE (Financial Independence, Retire Early) movement, which often lacks representation of people of color.
The article’s key takeaways are overcoming financial barriers and the importance of diverse voices in the economic independence space. The crew discusses the inherent risks of retiring off of vibes without prior planning. Additionally, Lovely and Lawrence share their fears in proximity to poverty.
Wait, what's a Financial Griot?
The Financial Griot is a play on two words (Finance + Griot) that hold significance in closing the wealth gap while embracing our differences. Alainta Alcin, Lovely Merdelus, and Lawrence Delva-Gonzalez give their take on current events relating to your personal finances and wealth mindset. Features in the New York Times, Bankrate, and other publications, the hosts share the stories that others don't.
Stories about growth, opportunity, and even Wars. Beyond that, we tie it back to how it reflects on your finances. Specifically, we teach you how to become financially literate, incorporate actionable steps, and ultimately build generational wealth.
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So there you have it, The Financial Griot, or TFG for short. The hosts amassed over $3 million in wealth in about eight years and are on track to retire early. We will gladly share the secrets if you want them since the opportunity is abundant and Win-Win.
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