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Quit Like A Millionaire: Book Review And Giveaway

August 12, 2019 by Mr. 1500 Days 100 Comments

I’m giving away 3 copies of Quit Like A Millionaire. Read on to see how you can get yours!

A couple of weeks ago, someone trolled me on Twitter. He had seen a video of me enjoying life in retirement including spending time with my daughters. He let the hate flow:

This is entitled bullshit.

Between working and life, I don’t have time to run with my kids!

–Mr. Twitter Troll

I had three thoughts about his vitriol:

  1. The video didn’t show the two decades of hard work I put in to achieve FIRE. Between a demanding job and fixing up homes (live-in flips), I put in 80 hours weeks for a couple of decades. It also didn’t show some of the problems I grew up with. After only seeing the best parts, Mr. Troll had a little bit of a point. However, I wouldn’t pass severe judgment on someone after seeing 60 seconds of their life.
  2. When I was putting in those 80 hour weeks, I certainly didn’t have time to spew hate on Twitter. This guy should run more and tweet less.
  3. What about Kristy Shen (Millennial Revolution)? My life was difficult in some ways, but nothing compared to hers. Mr. Twitter Troll, you need to read Kristy’s new book, Quit Like A Millionaire.

Quit Like A Millionaire Review

Quit Like A Millionaire (QLAM) covers a lot of ground. Kristy talks about her life, investment strategies, geo-arbitrage, community, kids, health care and much more. Despite its breadth, she covers all of the points well. Kristy’s writing is efficient and clear.

But more than that, QLAM is a fun read because Kristy’s personality shines through. If you’ve met Kristy, she isn’t afraid to drop the occasional colorful metaphor (naughty word). Don’t worry, this book isn’t an Eddie Murphy-esque parade of f-bombs, but Kristy managed to write a book that covers boring territory (401(k)s, IRAs, capital gains) and make it entertaining.

Because QLAM covers so much territory, writing a review that does the book justice isn’t easy. Instead of reviewing the book cover-to-cover, I’ll mention what stuck out for me.

Upbringing (A Heavy Dose of Chi Ku)

Kristy starts by describing her childhood. She grew up in rural and very poor China. Her family lived on $.44 per day and she sourced her toys from a medical waste dump. Kristy’s dad came close to starving as a child. As an adult, he was sent to a re-education camp for a decade. Can you relate? I sure as hell can’t. This is rough stuff.

However, Kristy doesn’t have a victim mentality (take note Mr. Twitter Troll). Kristy relates her upbringing because it made her into the person she is today. Instead of complaining about what she went through, she gives thanks for her experiences because they gave her a scarcity mindset which helped her become rich.

One of the concepts I enjoyed reading about most was the Chinese concept of chi ku which translates into eat bitterness. Kristy describes it:

Eating bitterness is seen as a strength in our culture. Accepting and pushing through pain without complaining is how you build character.

It’s also how you build wealth.

While none of these ideas are nearly as bitter as Kristy’s tales, consider introducing a little discomfort into your life:

  • House hacking: Young and single? Get a roommate or put an unused bedroom on Airbnb.
  • Transportation: Continue to drive your old, crappy Civic with no heat and that unsightly rust spot. Would you either look rich or be rich. Or, get a bike. Wait, it’s cold where you live? Get a good jacket and knobby tires so you don’t fall on your ass in the snow.
  • Hustle it up: Find a way to make some money on the side. I flipped homes.

Is that stuff bitter? Maybe. But, you’ll have extra money. Invest it and see where you are two decades from now.

Financial Information (Math That Shit Up)

Later in the book, Kristy dives into money. QLAM impresses me because it has a lot of direct, actionable information. Kristy doesn’t just mention 401(k)s and IRAs, but explains how to use them best given your income situation. She also discusses exotic strategies like capital gains harvesting and accessing tax-deferred accounts (think 401(k)s) early. QLAM is the complete investing toolkit.

One of Kristy’s gifts is how well she comes across in explaining financial concepts. Her writing is clear and lively.

Kristy also delves into other big scary issues FIREy folks frequently worry about like kids, insurance and health care. She doesn’t have kids and is Canadian, so she interviewed folks like Justin McCurry (Root of Good), Jeremy Jacobson (Go Curry Cracker), and Peter Adeney (Mr. Money Mustache).

But Wait, There’s More…

Towards the end of the book, Kristy discusses some of the other issues early retirees worry about like loss of community and identity. Again, she talks from personal experience. There’s no better person to talk about what FIRE is like than someone living it in real-time.

And this may be my favorite part of the book. While QLAM does a great job explaining money concepts, you can learn those anywhere. Money may not be easy, but it’s simple. At least compared to getting life right.

QLAM is going to inspire others to live their best life. Damnit! Stop worrying and start living!

Book Giveaway!

To win a copy of Quit Like A Millionaire, just leave a comment. I’ll pick three random comments and announce the winners next week. That’s it!

Quit Like A Millionaire! Recommended by plastic dinosaurs everywhere!

Kristy: Best of luck with QLAM. You’re going to sell a ton.

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  1. Mama Minou says

    August 12, 2019 at 7:44 am

    I can’t wait to read this book! I also requested that my wonderful public library order it…

    Reply
    • Brenda says

      August 12, 2019 at 10:17 am

      Millennial Revolution (their blog) was our first introduction to FIRE and has been a huge inspiration for us to change our lives (better late than never!). We’d love to get a copy of their book!

      Reply
  2. Adam says

    August 12, 2019 at 8:02 am

    I was fortunate to pre-order it; AMZN dropped it off the day it came out, and I had it finished by 8:30pm that day. Such a great read! I’ve since lent it to a friend, and plan to get a copy or two for my nephew and godson as they’re old enough to understand it.

    Reply
  3. Juan says

    August 12, 2019 at 8:08 am

    Looks like the dinosaurs are about to set that book on FIRE! Wait… those would be dragons. Do you also like dragons, Mr. 1500?

    Reply
  4. Joe Chacko says

    August 12, 2019 at 8:09 am

    I’ve heard that book rocks
    This Quit Like a Millionaire
    Kudos, Kristy/Bryce

    Oh, wait. There’s no requirement that the comment be in haiku format, is there? Dammit!

    Reply
    • Mr. 1500 Days says

      August 17, 2019 at 4:24 pm

      I’m a sucker for a haiku, you win! Email incoming.

      Reply
  5. Bob says

    August 12, 2019 at 8:11 am

    It sounds as though Kristy wrote this book for me.
    I am putting it at the TOP of my must read list!

    THANK YOU FOR SHARING THIS!

    Reply
  6. Devon says

    August 12, 2019 at 8:29 am

    MR1500, I read the opening twice, took a small break to ponder, before I finished your review (I will get to that in a sec).

    Sounds like a well-structured book. And I love the concept of “Eating Bitterness”, our society could use a movement like that as we give folks a path for upward mobility. The financial engineering is a must have since we all obsess on it and need skills like financial gains harvesting, thinking tax deferred and if you are not thinking about the math, your stool has only 2 legs. For me what jumps out as well is, loss of community and identity. Sounds like it could be a book onto itself. Speaking for myself: I am in a mini-retirement and am embarrassed to say, not always sure what to do with my time and when I talk to my friends who are grinding it out, we don’t always relate until we get to the market and how to save. Sounds like a great read!

    Back to your opening: I can’t believe the Mr Twitter Troll’s perspective of ‘entitlement bullshit’. How great would it be for you to debate him on the topic of “Entitlement vs Hard Work, frugality and personal-tax (saving 30%, learning how to invest, foregoing the big vacation and eating out less). There’s a huge cost (and joy) to get to where you are! It needs to be celebrated, revered and taught!!

    Reply
    • Mr. 1500 Days says

      August 17, 2019 at 4:29 pm

      “For me what jumps out as well is, loss of community and identity.”

      Yep, this is huge, but all hope is not lost. Join a local Choose FI group, go to a Camp FI, or hell, move to Longmont!

      Reply
      • Devon says

        August 21, 2019 at 9:03 am

        Love that Longmont is the center of the FI universe! Is there a Camp FI on the calendar for CO?

        and if I didnt win this great book, what are you other recommendations to read for community?

        Reply
  7. Kristen says

    August 12, 2019 at 8:46 am

    There once was an internet troll
    Who spewed hate and stupid vitriol
    He worked and did life
    With much inner strife
    A run might help that arsehole

    Reply
    • Mr. 1500 Days says

      August 12, 2019 at 10:13 am

      This. OK, book #1 goes to you. I’ll shoot you an email or send me on: mr1500@1500days.com

      Reply
  8. Stuart says

    August 12, 2019 at 8:49 am

    This one looks like a fantastic read for anyone looking for ways to invest hard work and time into getting out of the standard 9-5 lifestyle.
    Stuart recently posted…Now Available: ‘Angels: A Divine Microfiction Anthology’My Profile

    Reply
  9. Marc Meier says

    August 12, 2019 at 9:13 am

    Especially interested in the community aspect. The financial stuff is covered in vast amount already. But how to make an impact on your local community would be an interesting read!

    Marc

    Reply
    • Mr. 1500 Days says

      August 17, 2019 at 4:34 pm

      Agreed. Money isn’t always easy, but it’s simple (VTSAX). Figuring out life is the hard part.

      Reply
      • Greenbacks Magnet says

        November 23, 2019 at 10:01 pm

        Yep. I just put my money into (VFINX) and let it ride. Once you have over $100k working for you in Mr. Market, it will do all the heavy lifting for you.

        Just do some million-dollar math to figure out your freedom number. Basically, you do as Kristy says in QLAM and math that shit up!

        Best wishes,
        Miriam aka Greenbacks Magnet

        Reply
  10. Deb M says

    August 12, 2019 at 9:15 am

    I really enjoy reading other people’s histories and how they overcame obstacles to get to their goal(s). I also think people who negatively comment need to focus their energy in other areas and stop judging others. I would like to be one of the three you pick to receive this book. But if I don’t, I will continue to read your blog which makes me laugh and learn. Kudos for staying positive.

    Reply
    • Timothy Lim says

      August 12, 2019 at 7:59 pm

      >1 million in investment real estate? (Made it!)
      Career I can look back on with pride? (Check.)
      Life after career identity? (Scared silly.)
      Home paid for? (Almost.)
      Kids college paid for? (Um, heloc financing?)
      Health care? ( Haven’t figured that out yet!)
      (How do I access pre-tax $ without penalty?)
      I hope to read this soon, I need guidance!!!

      Reply
    • Mr. 1500 Days says

      August 17, 2019 at 4:35 pm

      Deb!

      Sure you get one too. Email incoming@

      Reply
  11. Financially Fit Mom says

    August 12, 2019 at 9:39 am

    I’m with Joe….why no haiku fun?

    Haters gonna hate
    Nobody likes the process
    Doers find success
    Financially Fit Mom recently posted…Finding Your HighMy Profile

    Reply
  12. Kristen says

    August 12, 2019 at 10:06 am

    Sounds like a great read!!

    Reply
  13. DG says

    August 12, 2019 at 10:09 am

    I have been meaning to read her book, but can’t get myself to pay up $12 at amazon 🙂
    Will hopefully win it here , or wait for the local library to carry it …

    Reply
  14. Laurie says

    August 12, 2019 at 10:50 am

    I am new to the FI concepts and enjoy reading all the blogs. Last month, I took hubby on a date night to see Playing with FIRE documentary hosted by our local FI. Looking forward to reading Kristy’s book as well. Best wishes to all!

    Reply
  15. KaLynn says

    August 12, 2019 at 11:07 am

    This sounds like an awesome read! I love it when an author’s personality shines through their writing. I could use some personal finance with a side of humor.

    Reply
  16. Kevin says

    August 12, 2019 at 11:58 am

    I first heard of Kristy & Bryce over on Farnoosh Torabi’s podcast “So Money.” Episode 909 or somewhere around there. It was a few weeks ago. Kristy talked about a friend they convinced to sell their house and move to Mexico as a means of “geo-arbitrage”. I thought it was absolutely brilliant – such a different perspective and approach to money. At any rate, looking forward to working my way through their book. It’s on the list!

    Reply
  17. Shannon says

    August 12, 2019 at 12:32 pm

    I really want to read this book. I grew up in Asia like Kristy!

    Reply
  18. John A. says

    August 12, 2019 at 12:44 pm

    Thanks for the review. I’d love to win a copy of this book.

    Reply
  19. Patrick Thomlinson says

    August 12, 2019 at 12:57 pm

    I’m interested in this book. We are FIRE but have four kids who are just starting to transition to adulthood so, although they have watched what we’ve done, they seem to accept information from others easier for some reason. So we’re always watching for books that they might get some inspiration from. Thanks for the review!

    Reply
  20. Nicole says

    August 12, 2019 at 1:10 pm

    Sounds like a great read! Thanks for sharing.

    Reply
  21. PG says

    August 12, 2019 at 1:14 pm

    This book is definitely what I need to help kick-start my path to FI!

    Reply
  22. Veera Y says

    August 12, 2019 at 1:40 pm

    Haven’t heard of this title. Would love to read this one!! It has a foreword by JLCollins?

    Reply
    • Mr. 1500 Days says

      August 12, 2019 at 2:24 pm

      Yep. And holy cow, the forward is incredibly. JL can write.

      Reply
  23. CM says

    August 12, 2019 at 1:54 pm

    Looking forward to reading, thanks!

    Reply
  24. James says

    August 12, 2019 at 2:06 pm

    Twitter Trolls, the class of the internet. Can’t they find anything better to do with their time?!
    Would also love to read the book 🙂

    Reply
  25. Donna says

    August 12, 2019 at 2:14 pm

    I REALLY want to read this book! Pick me! Pick me!

    Reply
  26. Joe says

    August 12, 2019 at 2:35 pm

    Been meaning to pick this up! Way to turn a negative into a positive.

    Reply
  27. Cathleen cooks stuff says

    August 12, 2019 at 5:19 pm

    Was twitter even around back when you were hustling? Yeah, we’re old. And wouldn’t “living life” include running with your kids? Her story is pretty amazing, and the scarcity mindset definitely helped her. My mo, grew up super poor, and has had a scarcity mindset and she’s invested all her life, but for me, the scarcity mindset held me back from investing (fear of losing) and unnecessary spending because “it was on sale”. Now an abundance mindset helps pass on things that are a good deal, but not a good fit for me, as well as investing even when the market is going up or down.

    Reply
  28. Brian says

    August 12, 2019 at 6:32 pm

    Great review

    Reply
  29. Doug says

    August 12, 2019 at 6:37 pm

    Forget the trolls. There will always be those who see the success of others as luck. What’s the old saying? “I worked 80 hours a week for two decades, and BAM, I ended up lucky!” Something like that.

    Reply
  30. Sarah says

    August 12, 2019 at 7:52 pm

    Requested a copy at my library, but would love to have a copy to share with others!

    Reply
  31. FIRECracker says

    August 12, 2019 at 7:59 pm

    Aww! Thanks for the heartfelt review, Carl! I’ll take you out to Chinatown for bitter melon sometime. That’s what “chi ku” legit tastes like.

    I’m so glad we got to know more about each other’s backgrounds from the DocG podcast interview! As they say, tough times never last but tough people always do 🙂 *BADASS five*

    Reply
  32. Libby says

    August 12, 2019 at 8:01 pm

    Can’t wait to read it- hope the library orders it too!!

    Reply
  33. Kim says

    August 12, 2019 at 8:06 pm

    Feeling entitled, might buy the book later and if I win you can send my copy to Mr. Twitter Troll!! The book sounds great though, can’t wait to read it. Our last obstacle is healthcare for us and the kids.

    Reply
  34. Denise Fortner says

    August 12, 2019 at 8:13 pm

    Your book sounds intriguing!

    Reply
  35. Amanda says

    August 12, 2019 at 8:31 pm

    I am hoping that our local library will buy this book. I have learned so much from this community and am hoping to soon follow in the FIRE footsteps!

    Reply
  36. ck says

    August 12, 2019 at 8:56 pm

    Sounds like a page turner. Hope I win a copy. Thanks for the review. I will note it on my reading list.

    Reply
  37. Samantha VanArnhem says

    August 13, 2019 at 4:20 am

    Thanks for the review – I’ve added this to my reading list!

    Reply
  38. Elena says

    August 13, 2019 at 5:46 am

    Sounds like a good read, thanks for doing this review!

    Reply
  39. Nick says

    August 13, 2019 at 6:28 am

    I want to quit like a millionaire!

    Reply
  40. Geof Coeling says

    August 13, 2019 at 7:26 am

    Enjoying the blog. Hope I win!

    Reply
  41. Britt Pearson says

    August 13, 2019 at 7:36 am

    I love the idea of eating bitterness. I hadn’t heard of this before and it presents a great and memorable image.

    Reply
  42. Brian says

    August 13, 2019 at 7:50 am

    Excellent review! I look forward to reading the book. As for the twitter troll, what else is twitter actually good for?

    Reply
  43. Brad Kerr says

    August 13, 2019 at 7:53 am

    I also know what hard work and sacrifice looks like. My Mom raised three boys in rural Iowa and worked two jobs to make ends meet. She never rec’d any gov’t assistance or help from anyone. My wife and I have been very conservative and have saved 35-40% of our income over the last 10 years. We are debt free and very close to reaching FIRE! Actually we are there but struggling with the “doing it”. I enjoy you post and ride ragbrai every year and plan on catching up with you next year! Thank you

    Reply
    • Mr. 1500 Days says

      August 13, 2019 at 9:25 am

      Nice work!

      Yes, please do look us up on RAGBRAI or when you come to Colorado!

      Reply
  44. The Crusher says

    August 13, 2019 at 7:54 am

    Mr 1500 – thank you for the review of this book. I also appreciate your strike back at trolls. It seems to me that people who have the time to troll could certainly spend it more wisely in helping their specific personal situation. As they say “haters gonna hate” because that is all they know.

    I really avoid all social media and am so glad that I do!

    Would love a copy of this book!

    Reply
  45. Erin says

    August 13, 2019 at 8:02 am

    Pick me ?

    Reply
  46. Julia says

    August 13, 2019 at 8:04 am

    Excited to check out this book! Your site is such a great resource for us as we pursue FI

    Reply
  47. Philip says

    August 13, 2019 at 8:20 am

    Chi ku is great.
    He who has a why to live can bear almost any how.
    To live is to suffer, to survive is to find some meaning in the suffering.
    That which does not kill us makes us stronger. Friedrich Nietzsche

    Reply
    • Mr. 1500 Days says

      August 13, 2019 at 9:24 am

      Beautiful.

      Reply
  48. Marlena S says

    August 13, 2019 at 8:25 am

    Hello Mr. 1500,
    I’m ready to celebrate with you and your family success! I’d love the opportunity to keep the “positive” coming and sharing with the world! OK, at least my friends and family.

    Reply
  49. Pribi says

    August 13, 2019 at 8:37 am

    Random comment.

    Reply
    • Mr. 1500 Days says

      August 17, 2019 at 4:40 pm

      A smart-ass! I like it. You get one.

      Reply
  50. Lisa says

    August 13, 2019 at 8:45 am

    Thanks for the review! I’m definitely interested in Kristy’s book.

    Reply
  51. Meg says

    August 13, 2019 at 9:05 am

    Oh, I’m excited to read this. Looks great!

    Reply
  52. Eileen says

    August 13, 2019 at 9:15 am

    Kristy and Bryce got me started on my FI journey! Thanks for writing a great review for our friend.

    Reply
  53. Joe says

    August 13, 2019 at 9:27 am

    Sounds like a great read!

    Reply
  54. Esther says

    August 13, 2019 at 10:57 am

    Sounds great. I love her attitude about eating bitterness. Would love to read her book.

    Reply
  55. Dave J says

    August 13, 2019 at 11:27 am

    Good stuff Carl and way to go Kristy – you are really inspiring! Cant wait to read it!

    Reply
  56. Mike Wilson says

    August 13, 2019 at 12:41 pm

    You gotta play to win!

    Reply
  57. Judy says

    August 13, 2019 at 1:21 pm

    Great post! I would love to win. So many great FI books have come out recently that I have not been able to buy them all!

    Reply
  58. Judy says

    August 13, 2019 at 1:23 pm

    Great post! I would love to win! So many great FI books have come out recently – haven’t been able to purchase them all!!

    Reply
  59. Financial Velociraptor says

    August 13, 2019 at 2:38 pm

    Sounds like a fun read. I hope I win a copy so I can add it to the queue of books I promise myself to read but never get around to (still chewing on ERE).
    Financial Velociraptor recently posted…New trades with yields up to 776%My Profile

    Reply
  60. Melody says

    August 13, 2019 at 3:39 pm

    I’ll hop on the poetry train with a limerick…

    Though the trolls may try to ensnare me;
    While working toward FI to live care-free,
    With your blog I won’t quit,
    While I math up some shit,
    I need Quit Like a Mill-i-o-naire, please!

    Would love a copy of this book! Thanks!

    Reply
    • Mr. 1500 Days says

      August 14, 2019 at 9:15 am

      You win. Look for an email from me before end of week.

      Reply
  61. Willy (UK) says

    August 13, 2019 at 3:55 pm

    Take no notice of the trolls. I remember one personal finance blogger mentioned that he got hate mail when he debated whether Glaxo Smithkline was likely to increase it’s dividend or keep it unchanged. If people can lose their rag over something like that, it’s hardly surprising that someone will have a pop at you over financial independence.

    Reply
    • Mr. 1500 Days says

      August 14, 2019 at 9:14 am

      Thanks for your words Willy. My skin has grown thicker, but I still let difficult people bother me more than I should.

      Reply
  62. Rachel says

    August 13, 2019 at 8:54 pm

    I have many plastic dinosaurs who would REALLY love to read this book! Well, to be accurate I suppose I would be reading it TO them, which I would be more than happy to do. Heard about this book first on the Choose FI podcast and have been wanting to read it ever since!

    Reply
    • Mr. 1500 Days says

      August 14, 2019 at 9:13 am

      OK, you speak to my heart when you mention plastic dinosaurs. You get a copy. I’ll be sending the email out soon.

      Reply
      • Rachel J Reed says

        August 16, 2019 at 5:33 am

        Awesome!! Dinosaurs and I are doing a happy dance!

        Reply
  63. RS says

    August 14, 2019 at 3:15 am

    Amazing story

    Reply
  64. Kevin says

    August 14, 2019 at 6:43 am

    Thank you for sharing your knowledge created by sweat and tears of several decade.

    Reply
  65. Jamie V says

    August 14, 2019 at 7:37 am

    I liked Kristy’s book quite a bit. I think not only her being open and honest, but also sharing their numbers and their mindsets made me feel that it was written and published with integrity (and written just for me?! lol, I kid, I kid..). I’ve read a lot of books FI authors have put out over the past few years and always felt unsatisfied or still confused at the end. With Kristy’s book, I felt a sense of relief I haven’t yet felt – like the door was finally opened and I could see the honesty, the brutality, the rawness of how they achieved the goal. There was no hiding. No secrets. I could replicate what she did, if I wanted, and know that for at least one person out there, it worked. So Kristy, if you read these comments, a HUGE THANK YOU for putting it all out there. I read your book once the other week and need to pick it up again from the library because it just made so much damn sense ’cause you were transparent! *fingers crossed for winning a book* because I’m too frugal to buy a brand new book… 🙂

    And as for that Twitter troll..I guess if they are too busy with “working and life” to have time for their kids, why aren’t their kids part of the “life” part of that equation? Then more time is allotted for kids. It’s a shift of priorities, perhaps.

    Reply
  66. Tramp says

    August 14, 2019 at 11:23 am

    Wish i had time to troll folks on the internet or even to follow peeps on twitter
    Thanks for the review

    Reply
  67. Plumluck says

    August 14, 2019 at 12:17 pm

    I’m new to this stuff and I’m starting slow,
    But this could be brilliant stuff to know.
    Hard work upfront means I may get tired,
    But No Gimmicks, Luck, or Trust Fund Required,
    People may troll and even swear,
    But maybe I can quit like a millionaire!

    Reply
  68. Susan K. says

    August 14, 2019 at 1:43 pm

    The book has all of my favorite subjects: childhood, the discipline of saving, and investing. Please add me to the list.

    Reply
  69. Nichole says

    August 14, 2019 at 2:09 pm

    Great review! Look forward to checking out their book!

    Reply
  70. Tyler says

    August 14, 2019 at 2:13 pm

    thanks! but no way do I want that book.

    Reply
  71. Debra says

    August 14, 2019 at 3:09 pm

    I can’t imagine living on .44 cents a day and would love to hear more about Kristy’s upbringing and how she got to where she is today. I would love to hear her story, and share it with my daughter.

    Reply
  72. Melissa C says

    August 14, 2019 at 4:41 pm

    I have this book and love it! Would love a copy to send to my best friend who is ready to quit like a millionaire too!

    Reply
  73. alaska49 says

    August 14, 2019 at 5:58 pm

    show me the money….or just the book

    Reply
  74. GEM says

    August 15, 2019 at 7:41 pm

    I’d love to read the book! Thank you for reviewing it.

    Reply
  75. Kimberly says

    August 16, 2019 at 1:31 pm

    I would love to win this! Thanks for your informative blog and the opportunity!

    Reply
  76. MM says

    August 16, 2019 at 9:13 pm

    Love your blog. Can’t wait for Camp in Southern California this fall!

    Reply
  77. Huey Miller says

    August 17, 2019 at 8:26 am

    Hey Carl! Sorry I missed you last February (Buddies Bachelor Party). Would love to meet up with you when I am in CO in the future. Maybe a potential Longmont move??? I hope so.. Thanks for doing what you do, love reading your blog. Keep up the good work, your writing matters and inspires others like me.

    -Huey

    Reply
    • Mr. 1500 Days says

      August 17, 2019 at 4:13 pm

      Thanks for the kind words and come on out! Longmont is fantastic!

      Reply
  78. Mark says

    August 17, 2019 at 8:27 pm

    Sounds like a good book. Thanks for the review. I just put a hold on it at my library.

    Reply
  79. Elizabeth Beaulac says

    August 19, 2019 at 4:49 am

    I’m very excited to read this book. I found your blog recently and my husband and I have been talking about the future and retirement. Thank you for being a source of inspiration.

    Reply
  80. AlienOnFire says

    August 21, 2019 at 7:40 pm

    Awesome post, looking forward to reading FireCracker’s book.

    Hilarious response to Mr. Twitter Troll.
    Unfortunately, yet another illustration of the success iceberg (e.g. https://images.app.goo.gl/9wh1ujpBmeoxVkxD6 ).

    Reply
  81. AA says

    September 20, 2019 at 7:59 pm

    Am I too late for the lottery ?

    PS: Hello from the Brazilian FIRE community
    https://www.aposenteaos40.org/

    Reply
    • Mr. 1500 Days says

      September 21, 2019 at 5:47 am

      Greeting! You are too late, sorry! The good news is that I’m having another giveaway very soon…

      Reply

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My goal was to build a portfolio of $1,000,000 by February of 2017; 1500 days from the birth of this blog (January 1, 2013). And hey look, I’ve since retired!

Investments only (primary home excluded)
1/1/13 (The Start): $586,043
1/1/14 (1 Yr Later): $869,635
1/1/15 (2 Yrs Later): $987,351
1/1/16 (3 Yrs Later): $1,057,961
1/1/17 (4 Yrs Later): $1,257,128
1/1/18 (5 Yrs Later): $1,527,701
1/1/19 (6 Yrs Later): $1,549,440
1/1/20 (7 Yrs Later): $2,035,040*
1/1/21 (8 Yrs Later): $3,379,746**
1/1/22 (9 Yrs Later): $4,762,642
1/1/23 (10 Yrs Later): $3,112,821

2023: Investments only
1/1: $3,112,821
2/1: $3,582,368
3/1: $3,716,852

Overall
2023 investment gains: $604,031
Investment gains since 1/1/2013: $3,130,809
Net worth***: $3,946,852

* The big jump between 2019 and 2020 was partly because we bought another home, but kept the previous (much more expensive) one as a rental. We have since sold it.

** Tesla.

*** Includes our primary home equity in addition to our investment portfolio.

Finally, we still have about $290,000 in mortgage debt (which I love!). No regrets about the debts!

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