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Financially Independent Teachers

Dave Fleischer
Financial Independence
Personal Finance
Budgeting
Retirement Planning
Education
Teaching
Investing
Debt Management
Investment Strategies
Financial Literacy
Real Estate
Personal Finance Education
North Carolina
Roth IRA
Fire Movement
Financial Planning
Side Hustles
Pensions
Teacher Salaries
Retirement Crisis

Welcome to the Financially Independent Teachers Podcast- where educators come together to discuss their journey on the road to financial independence. Each week, Dave and Brandon interview teachers who are winning with money and welcome financial industry experts like JL Collins, Andy Hill, Andrew Hallam (Millionaire Teacher) and Rachel Cruze (daughter of Dave Ramsey). There are plenty of voices i... more

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David Norman retired last school year with 31 years under his belt as a NC HS Social Studies teacher and baseball coach. David is now running Norman Financial Coaching and supports teachers in a variety of ways with their finances. ... more

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Kevin is a former Long Island music teacher AND a very high level musician himself. Having understood the classroom, the students, and the demands of teaching, he ultimately made the decision to leave the classroom and start his own... more

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For many teachers, we only have 20-25 school days left in the 25-26 academic year! In honor of counting down to summer, Dave issues a 21-day money challenge. Whether you want to start NOW and finish the challenge before summer, or y... more

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Gary taught high level math for almost 20 years in California, but is now enjoying the FIRE lifestyle and early retirement. Although he won't receive his CA pension until 55, he has enough investments working behind the scenes to pr... more

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Recent Guests

Jermaine Shapiro
Formerly a co‑worker at Jacksonville High School; teacher assistant in the special needs department; involved in real estate and side hustles; pursuing a teaching credential
Jacksonville High School, North Carolina; real estate
Episode: EP 263-Jermaine NC TA Case Study Update Phase I and II
Kendra Bergman
Elementary teacher with 21 years of experience, currently teaching second grade
Pennsylvania school district
Episode: EP 255-Married (PA) Teacher Couple Hit the Road Each Summer---RV Life!
Dale Bergman
Co-founder of Financially Independent Teachers and personal finance teacher with 20 years of experience
Pennsylvania school district
Episode: EP 255-Married (PA) Teacher Couple Hit the Road Each Summer---RV Life!
Andrew Giancola
Personal finance expert and podcaster with a passion for teaching financial literacy to educators
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Episode: EP 252-Importance of Systems and Making it Automatic with Andrew Giancola
Brad Briner
North Carolina State Treasurer
North Carolina State Government
Episode: EP 243-NC Treasurer Brad Briner Part I-NC Pension and NC Healthcare
Whitney Elkins
Director of Investor Education at passiveinvesting.com and author of Money for Tomorrow.
Passive Investing
Episode: EP 242-Author Whitney Elkins-Hutten Generational Wealth
James Stout
Veteran educator and author
Wake County Public School System
Episode: EP 240-NC Middle School Teacher Writes "An Educator's Guide to Taking Control of Your Finances for a Brighter Tomorrow"
Mr. Scott
Custodian at Jacksonville High School and financial success story
Episode: EP 238-HS Custodian Married to School Counselor NW of 2 Million (NC)
Matt Hard
Transition specialist in special education, former computer programmer
Episode: EP 237-Former Computer Programmer Turned Educator Talks Money and Teachers (WY)

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Brandon
Co-host of Financially Independent Teachers Podcast; focuses on practical money strategies for teachers.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 159 ratings
  • Absolute must for educators and their spouses to get and stay on track for financial independence

    Dave is doing all of us a solid by getting the word out for educators on how attainable it is to become financially independent. The thing that makes this pod different is the real life people that make up the heavy majority of episodes. Additionally, expert guests generally dont seem to have a book to sell or a promotion to push. The perspectives are really vast and Dave does a great job moving the episodes along. Bonus: at the beginning of every episode he invites anyone who’s willing to share... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lalaney
    United States7 months ago
  • For the People!

    Dave and Brandon started this podcast to share the financial stories of everyday educators for everyday educators (my opinion). Over time the mission has refined, yet the core of the show has not changed. Thank you for staying true to your roots (lower to middle class everyday people) and giving your time to help share relatable content!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DeepEastTX25
    United Statesa year ago
  • Mandatory listening for young professionals

    Great content and it really works. Easy to understand it really works. The hard part is getting started.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    GregLeftHandedAggie
    United States2 years ago
  • Powerful stories

    I am not a teacher but I am a hard working nurse. I came across this podcast looking for inspiration on my debt free journey. It has been perfect with such powerful stories. Listening to our educators has also been such a window into their struggles.Thank you for the variety and value of each guest!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lgrubaugh
    United States2 years ago
  • Top Rate for Teachers

    This podcast is a must-listen for teachers who want to win with their money. Anytime a new episode drops I listen the same day. I learn new things from each episode and I get inspired by the incredible stories of teachers and working class folks getting ahead. Dave and Brandon are excellent hosts and I enjoy their banter and the quality they bring to the show. Teachers, run (don’t walk) to listen to this podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    bbs19832002
    United States2 years ago

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Listeners praise relatable, real-life stories from educators and practical money tips.
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EP 246-Millionaire Math Teacher Year in Review
Q: Can you talk a little bit about your portfolio and maybe some of the losses that you had in March and how that's progressed, and if you could share some of your numbers for this episode?
John details his portfolio performance, noting he lost about $100,000 to $150,000 in a short period but has since seen significant growth, with an overall increase of approximately $270,000 this year due to market recovery and dividends.
EP 246-Millionaire Math Teacher Year in Review
Q: Can you give us the fast forwarded version of John Chester and what you did, your career, your wife, income, and maybe how long it took you to be a millionaire?
John explains his journey from working as a teacher with a low salary to achieving a net worth of 2.36 million, highlighting the importance of saving and investing intentionally throughout his life.
EP 245-Thoughts on Social Security with Lucretia Ryan
Q: Why do you think most people claim it early and what are the downsides?
Many people claim early due to immediate monetary needs, but this leads to reduced monthly benefits and potential future financial strain.
EP 245-Thoughts on Social Security with Lucretia Ryan
Q: Can you tell me how social security works?
Social Security requires contributions from workers and employers, and individuals must accumulate 40 quarters of work to qualify for benefits.
EP 242-Author Whitney Elkins-Hutten Generational Wealth
Q: Where does investing in, say, the stock market with low-cost index funds, where does that fit in with Whitney's blueprint?
Stock markets fall in the growth category, but we need to ensure a net positive cash flow first.

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What is Financially Independent Teachers about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show centers on educators pursuing financial independence through practical money management, investing, and retirement planning. Episodes spotlight teachers who've built wealth on teaching salaries, with recurring emphasis on pensions, 403(b)/457 plans, Roth IRAs, and smart real estate moves like house hacking. Guests range from classroom teachers to financial industry voices, sharing field-tested strategies for debt reduction, automated savings, and teaching money concepts to students. Listeners can expect relatable stories, actionable tips, and a focus on attainable wealth-building for educators and working-class families alike. A notable niche is the consistent emphasis on classroom financial literacy, pension nuances, and communit... more

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1. Jermaine Shapiro
2. Kendra Bergman
3. Dale Bergman
4. Andrew Giancola
5. Brad Briner
6. Whitney Elkins
7. James Stout
8. Mr. Scott

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