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Is Early Retirement Possible With FIRE?

October 28, 2025 · 51 min

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In this episode of the Ask About Wealth Podcast, we welcome Michael Houghton, a prominent figure in the FIRE (Financial Independence Retire Early) movement.


Michael shares his personal journey to becoming financially independent through strategic saving and investing. He talks about initial struggles, learning about financial independence, avoiding lifestyle inflation, and the role of property investments. Michael also discusses the importance of financial education, the pitfalls of bad advice, and how to balance work, life, and financial goals.

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