{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"Drowning in Debt at 48, Retired at 58: Here\u2019s How She Did It! | Kim Hunter-Borst | 181","description":"At 48, Kim Hunter-Borst was drowning in debt even though she had a solid New York income. Where was the money going? How did she fix it and reach early retirement by 58? We find out in this no-shame late-starter conversation that was recorded live in Bali at the FI Freedom Retreat (please excuse the background noise!) Kim was firmly in the messy middle and retraces the moment she decided to stop winging it. She shares some simple systems that finally stuck, and the handful of brave choices\u2014asking for more at work, saying no to status buys, and saying yes to purpose\u2014that changed her trajectory. In this candid interview, you\u2019ll also hear: The money scripts Kim had to rewrite The tools that actually helped The joyful stuff she refused to cut while saving How she healed her 'one more year syndrome' What she's doing now to help others on their FI journey     ===DEALS & DISCOUNTS FROM OUR TRUSTED PARTNERS===   \ud83c\udd95NEW PARTNER:  Monarch Money The modern way to manage money! Monarch will change the way you organize your financial life. Track, budget, plan, and do more with your money \u2013 together. Get 50% off the first year using this link and entering code: CATCHINGUP50   Alloy The Alloy Market offers a seamless and efficient way to sell your gold, silver, and platinum jewelry, regardless of its condition. They are committed to transparency and fairness, ensuring you get the best possible value for your items. Use this special Link and enter code CUTOFI15 to get a $15 bonus when you sell items over $199 (limited time offer).    For a full list of current deals and discounts from our partners, sponsors and affiliates, click here: catchinguptofi.com\/our-partners      \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     RESOURCES MENTIONED ON THE SHOW: (As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.) Charities:  Planned Parenthood  Charity Water USA for UNHCR   \ud83c\udf10 Women Of FI Kim\u2019s 2026 Women\u2019s Weekend has sold out! Click here for more information about future events and get on the email list.  Join WE Wealth Collective Facebook Community ChooseFI Lydia Senn on YouTube  Scholly Scholarships EconoMe Conference F.I.R.E. For Dummies     \u23f0 \u2018Catching Up to FI\u2019 Episodes Live from Bali: Are They Really Retired? (Part 2) | Jackie & Doc G | 178 Live from Bali! Don\u2019t Miss These FI Stories From Around The Globe | Jackie & Captain FI | 176 The Power of Cash Flow Planning | Sarah-Catherine Gutierrez | 016   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":"