{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"The Godfather of FI Talks Fatherhood | JL Collins | 149","description":" Mention financial independence and one of the first names that come up is JL Collins, author of the bestselling book 'The Simple Path to Wealth'. In fact, he is affectionately known as the Godfather of FI. One million copies and 10 years after its original publication, JL back with a shiny new, revised and expanded edition... and it just hit the New York Times Bestseller list!!! We know you've heard and seen JL all over the place because he is a BIG deal. But we uncovered some intriguing facts about his life and career that isn't often talked about (we're just curious like that). Here are five things you probably didn\u2019t know about JL Collins that we discuss in this episode: Before he ever started writing about financial independence, he worked in the magazine publishing industry.  He was a job-hopper throughout his career to make more money and took lots of sabbaticals because he liked working, just not all the time. He started writing his blog to teach is daughter (Jessica) about investing, problem was\u2026 she wasn't listening when she was a kid. His daughter (Jessica) is now in her thirties and turns out, she has gained a deep understanding of his teachings (way more than he originally thought). She\u2019s now firmly on the path to FI and just left her corporate job. His daughter Jessica was part of his team in updating the new version of \u2018The Simple to Wealth\u2019 and getting to work so closely with her was the most gratifying part for him as a dad.   \ud83d\udce9 Sign up for our newsletter  NEW! \ud83c\udf10 Visit Catching Up to FI website  \ud83d\udd17Connect with us \u2615 Like what you hear on Catching Up to FI? Support the show at "Buy Me a Coffee"  \ud83c\udf99\ufe0fWe love hearing from you! Record a Voice Message with your feedback or question Record a Voice Message with your feedback or question   ===DEALS & DISCOUNTS FROM OUR TRUSTED PARTNERS=== \ud83c\udf93 Student Loan Planner: Get a custom student loan plan from our CFP\u00ae, CFA and CSLP\u00ae professionals. They charge a one-time fee for their thorough review. Our listeners receive $100 off a 1:1 consult using the link below. Flat fee is normally $595, but after your $100 off \u2018Catching Up to FI\u2019 discount, it's $495. \ud83d\udc49\ud83c\udffc Be sure to use this link: studentloanplanner.com\/catchingup    \ud83d\udcc8 Boldin (formerly NewRetirement): Retirement planning software that's like having a financial advisor at your fingertips. You can get started with the free version or choose the premium option (PlannerPlus) and get a 14-day free trial.   \ud83d\udc49\ud83c\udffc Be sure to use this link to get started:  Go.boldin.com\/catchingup   Personal Finance Club: Use code CUTOFI to get $30 OFF any course or PFC investing course only   Nectarine: Advice-Only and Flat-Fee Hourly Fiduciary Financial Advisors (Catching Up to FI will be compensated by Nectarine if you use our affiliate link, which creates an incentive and conflict of interest. We are not current clients or employees of Nectarine.)   For a full list of current deals and discounts from our partners, sponsors and affiliates, click here: catchinguptofi.com\/our-partners   RESOURCES MENTIONED ON THE SHOW: (As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.) \ud83c\udf10JLCollinsnh.com \ud83d\udcd7 The Simple Path to Wealth (Revised & Expanded 2025 Edition & NYT Best Seller!) : Your Road Map to Financial Independence and a Rich, Free Life \ud83d\udcd5 Pathfinders: Extraordinary Stories of People Like You on the Quest for Financial Independence\u2014and How to Join Them \ud83d\udcd8 How I Lost Money in Real Estate Before It Was Fashionable: A Cautionary Tale   \u23f0 \u2018Catching Up to FI\u2019 Episodes referenced Pathfinders: Triumphs and Trials on the Road to Financial Independence | JL Collins | 070 Pathfinders: Stories of Success and Financial Independence | JL Collins | 069 F-You Money Part 2 | JL Collins | 024 F-You Money Part 1 | JL Collins | 023 Mr 4% is now Mr 5% | Bill Bengen | 111 Sustainable FIlosophy with Mr. Money Mustache | Pete Adeney | 073   If you enjoyed this episode, please follow the show on your podcast player and leave us a rating or review. If you want to watch, be sure to subscribe to our YouTube Channel. This helps others find the show and keeps us creating great content for you!   \u26a0\ufe0fDisclaimer: Our content is for general education and information purposes only. We are not providing financial, legal, or tax advice. Always do your own research or consult a professional before making important decisions. ","author_name":"Catching Up to FI: Financial Independence for Late Starters","author_url":"http:\/\/sites.libsyn.com\/451611\/site","html":"