Doug and Carl chat with Bob Haines who is a well-known figure in the FI community due to his frequent attendance of various FI-related events such as FinCon, EconoMe, Chautauqua, and CampFI.  Bob recounts his financial journey from initially finding FI through the Tim Ferriss podcast, to discovering that he was accidentally FI already, to transitioning fully into the world of early retirement almost five years ago.  Bob also discusses the changes he’s seen in the FI community over the years and the power of FI events. Save 50% site-wide on your new mattress, pillow, and bedding over at GhostBed (coupon code: MILEHIGHFI) Haven’t been able to attend any FI events, but still want to hang out with others in the community?  If so, come over to Buy Me A Coffee and hang out with us. Links Connect with Bob: Instagram Facebook EconoMe Conference CampFI FI Chautauqua Tim Ferriss podcast, “Mr. Money Mustache — Living Beautifully on $25-27K Per Year (#221)” Pete Adeney/Mr. Money Mustache Mr. Money Mustache, “The Shockingly Simple Math Behind Early Retirement” JL Collins, “Simple Path to Wealth” Kindle Hardcover Paperback Audiobook JL Collins Chad Carson Gwen Merz/Fiery Millennials FinCon Amberly Grant/FinTalks Cruise Amy Minkley/FI Freedom Retreats Fioneers/Slow FI Retreat Kevin Ha, “How an Ebike Can Be the Best Investment You Ever Make” Kevin Ha/Financial Panther ChooseFI Local Groups Joel & Matt/How To Money Early Retirement Extreme Bill Perkins, “Die With Zero” Kindle Hardcover Paperback Audiobook Coastal Volunteers in Medicine