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From $69K Debt to Financial Independence in NYC

4/24/2026 • 31 min

Kim Hunter Borst didn’t start her financial independence journey in New York City—but it’s where everything changed. After building a high-income life, she and her husband found themselves $69,000 in debt from lifestyle inflation. Instead of leaving NYC, they got intentional—cutting expenses, leveraging a rent-stabilized apartment, and maxing out retirement acc… Play episode

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How Tiffany Aliche Went from Rock Bottom to Millionaire
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AVUV vs VTSAX: Why Small Cap Value Could Outperform
Paul Merriman’s 4-Step Portfolio Strategy for Long-Term Wealth
The New FIRE? Why Time Freedom Beats Early Retirement
The Ultimate Guide to Finding Your Ideal Side Hustle
Debate: AUM vs Flat Fee Which is Better?
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Stay on Track to FIRE With These Money Moves Before 2026
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How to Build a Tax-Efficient Portfolio (Advanced Strategies)

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