The Irish FIRE Podcast Michael H
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My name is Michael and I am on a journey towards financial independence. Originally from New Zealand and now living in Ireland, in 2018 I started my journey towards financial independence. Join me as I discuss my journey towards financial independence and hear about the challenges and successes I have along the way.
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Enough is Enough
It has been 5 years today since The Irish FIRE Podcast launched - what better way to celebrate with a personal update from Michael, sharing his thoughts on defining enough, as he is looking to adopt early retirement.Show NotesMad Fientist Bill Perkins Interview:https://www.madfientist.com/bill-perkins-interview/Join the newsletter for monthly updates:https://www.firepodcast.ie/newsletter
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The Mrs Smart Money Interview - Part 2
In this episode, Michael continues his conversation with Kel, AKA Mrs Smart Money, who embarked on a "No Spend Year™" in 2019. She reduced her family's expenses by over €27,000, leading her to write a best-selling book, Mindful Money: More Money, More Freedom, More Happiness, became QFA qualified and became a money coach. Since her no spend year, she has harnessed her scientific background to create a powerful coaching formula to help others build the lives they deserve.
In part 2, Kel shares details of what happened after her no spend year and how she was able to follow her passion to help more people take control of their finances.
Show Notes
Learn more about Kel at her website:https://www.mrssmartmoney.com
Or you can catch up with her daily insights over on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/mrssmartmoneyhq
Or on Linked In:https://www.linkedin.com/in/kel-galavan-money-mindset-coach/ Subscribe to The Irish Fire Podcast Newsletter:https://www.firepodcast.ie/newsletter -
The Mrs Smart Money Interview - Part 1
In this episode, Michael talks with Kel, AKA Mrs Smart Money, who embarked on a "No Spend Year™" in 2019. She reduced her family's expenses by over €27,000, leading her to write a best-selling book, Mindful Money: More Money, More Freedom, More Happiness, became QFA qualified and became a money coach. Since her no spend year, she has harnessed her scientific background to create a powerful coaching formula to help others build the lives they deserve.
In part 1, Kel shares details of what led her to adopt the no spend year and how things played out as she embarked on this unconventional path.Show NotesLearn more about Kel at her website:https://www.mrssmartmoney.com
Or you can catch up with her daily insights over on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/mrssmartmoneyhqSubscribe to The Irish Fire Podcast Newsletter:https://www.firepodcast.ie/newsletter -
Good & Bad Money Spending Habits
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 NotesJoin the newsletter at:https://www.firepodcast.ie/newsletter
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Travel & FIRE, with Stephen
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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Property VS Stocks, With Andrew
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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Customer Reviews
A good binge listen on an Irish FIRE story
I am really enjoying Michaels FIRE journey as I binge listen the episodes since I found his podcast a week or two ago. I’ve heard his enthusiasm on some ideas and his lessons learned later as the gloss came off some investments, while also appreciating his impressive progression towards his goals while acknowledging the wider ideas of FIRE around gaining your time back for yourself, happiness overall etc.
Very Informative and honest
Its very comforting to listen to Micheal’s soft voice and get motivation from his FIRE journey. Resources like these Interviews are limited in Ireland which have honest conversations about Finance. Best wishes to Michael to achieve FIRE in Ireland and appreciate his efforts to sharing his experiences.
Interesting podcast
Honest and informed context on FIRE in Ireland. And some useful tips on getting more from your money.