How a Single Mom Built a $1M+ Portfolio and Retired Early — Jackie Cummings Koski

Discover how Jackie Cummings Koski reached Financial Independence and Retired Early (FIRE) in her 40s. In this inspiring interview, Jackie shares the exact steps, mindset shifts, and investing strategies that helped her go from single mom to millionaire—and retire at 49. If you’re interested in FIRE, early retirement, index‑fund investing, or building long‑term wealth, this conversation is packed with practical insights you can use today. Connect with Jackie: - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jackiecummingskoski/ - https://catchinguptofi.com/ - https://www.youtube.com/@CatchingUptoFI/videos -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Resources: Free MicroBook: How We Grew Our Retirement Account 965% - https://forms.aweber.com/form/08/414992908.htm Review your risk tolerance annually. Use a tool like Empower to check if your portfolio still matches your comfort level and goals. - https://barbarafriedbergpersonalfinance.com/go/empower-free-financial-analysis/ [affiliate link] Interested in getting in on the current "gold rush?" Invest in real gold and silver for low minimum investment at Vaulted. - https://barbarafriedbergpersonalfinance.com/go/vaulted/ [affiliate] ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- #FinancialIndependence #RetireEarly #FIREMovement #EarlyRetirementStrategies #FIRENumber #FrugalLiving #FIRE ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Click below to get the Empower FREE Retirement Planner (and Investment Management Tool Kit). Sign up with your email and password to give it a try. Fully customizable income and spending inputs. - https://barbarafriedbergpersonalfinance.com/go/empower-retirement/ [affiliate link] ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Watch: Secrets to Becoming a Millionaire: Skills You Need & How Fast You Can Get There - ht

Added 16 Apr 2026