Sahil Bloom: The “X Factor” for Financial Freedom and Why FIRE Won’t Make You Happy

This BiggerPockets Money podcast interviews Sahil Bloom, who achieved financial independence through a high-paying private equity job and diversified income streams. The conversation traces Bloom's journey, highlighting his initial high savings rate (20%), investment strategy (combining high-return private equity with low-cost index funds), and eventual transition to entrepreneurship after prioritizing his well-being. Bloom details his creation of a successful newsletter and several other businesses, emphasizing the importance of aligning personal values with financial goals. Listeners gain insights into building multiple income streams, the importance of a healthy work-life balance, and the concept of "5 Types of Wealth" (financial, time, social, mental, and physical).