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The Financial Freedom Faster Podcast

The Financial Freedom Faster Podcast

By: Steve Chen
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Money doesn’t have to be confusing—and building wealth doesn’t have to mean sacrificing your whole life to do it. I’m Steve, a former public school teacher who hit financial freedom in my 30s, and now I’m here to help you do the same. On this podcast, we talk real strategies for making money, growing it, and keeping it—through investing, side hustles, smart money habits, and the occasional tough love. If you’re ready to stop waiting and start building the life that you want… this is your Call to Leap.Steve Chen
Episodes
  • Don’t Buy the Wrong S&P 500 Fund - Watch This First"
    Feb 8 2026

    Sign up for my beginners investing masterclass: https://bit.ly/44xS9lg


    If you’ve ever typed “S&P 500” into your app and thought, why are there so many of these? — you’re not alone. In this video, I walk through SPY, SPYM, VOO, IVV, and FXAIX so you can see what actually makes them different and which one makes the most sense for your first $1,000.

    In this episode, we’ll keep it simple and talk about the stuff that really matters — fees, share price, dividends, and how to choose a fund that fits how you want to invest long term.

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    12 mins
  • Focus on These 4 Numbers to Become a Millionaire
    Feb 1 2026

    ➡️ Apply for my 1:1 mentorship program (If you have more than $100K+ sitting in a low-interest bank and want to invest): https://bit.ly/48XkN0M➡️ Join my FREE Beginner's Investing Class to reach your first $100K: https://bit.ly/3zUS9hIMost people track too many money numbers — and still feel stuck. Wealthy people keep it simple by focusing on just 4 key numbers that actually predict long-term wealth.In this episode, I break down exactly what to track so you can grow your net worth, build real financial security, and stop guessing with your money.

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    11 mins
  • How I Would Invest $100K At 40 in 2026
    Jan 11 2026

    ➡️ Apply for my 1:1 mentorship program (If you have more than $100K+ sitting in a low-interest bank and want to invest): https://bit.ly/48XkN0MIn this episode, I break down exactly how I’d invest a $100,000 lump sum step by step—without a financial advisor, high fees, or complicated strategies. You’ll learn how to use a brokerage account, Roth IRA, and taxable account, which ETFs I’d choose for growth and income, and how to invest confidently using dollar-cost averaging.

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    14 mins
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