What's the point of retiring early if you're not going to use that extra time to travel?

This week's episode dives into how Bob and Nelson use travel hacking to save serious money on flights, hotels, and more. Bob shares how he used points to save a ton of money on a recent trip, including ways to accumulate those points quickly in the first place.

We also look at some of the negatives, including how companies are constantly devaluing points and how it's harder than ever to get the really good deals.

Real estate investing is as old as time itself. You buy a place, rent it out, and pocket the profit after expenses. It's been a solid way to make money.

But in 2026 we're not sure we agree. In this week's episode Bob and Nelson tackle the topic. Nelson passes on his personal experience (including why he sold his physical properties in 2022), and we weigh on a way to get the same kind of exposure with a fraction of the work.

Another week, another guest!

Mark Seed joins Bob and Nelson on the pod again. This time the subject is finfluencers, folks who might have good intentions but often operate in a grey area outside of regulator control.

We debate whether finfluencers are a good or bad thing for DYI investors, how to tell if someone is worth listening to, and much more.

If you're looking for more Mark, check out My Own Advisor.