Practical thoughts on achieving FI with any career – Doug Nordman at The Military Guide

Summary: For full takeaways and show notes, head here: https://firedrillpodcast.com/fire017<br> <br> Today on the podcast we are going deep on financial independence and retirement perks. Deeper than usual.<br> <br> Our guest is Doug Nordman from The Military Guide, a former Navy nuclear submariner (um cool!) who has long since been "retired" and financially independent.<br> <br> FIRE status = pro<br> <br> This episode is a bit longer than usual, but we go deep on some tactical FIRE concepts, ideas, and lessons, including:<br> <br> The very, very, very first step towards FI (it's not saving)<br> Some well-known and lesser-known benefits for a career in the military. 50% savings rate anyone?<br> How travel is actually cheaper during retirement.<br> FIRE can be a touchy subject at your day job.<br> Great tips for REI (including common pitfalls for purchasing a property)<br> How Gwen almost joined a sorority (lol)<br> That last one isn't very tactical, but still.<br> <br> Doug (Nord) is an amazing guy! Enjoy the episode, and drop us a comment with your thoughts! (or hollar at us in the Facebook group)