How do you build a $2 million portfolio and retire at 54 without earning an enormous salary? Mike shares how 25 years of consistent saving, basic investing, and real estate helped him reach financial independence. In this episode of BiggerPockets Money, Mindy Jensen and Scott Trench explore his simple investing strategy, including the three-fund portfolio, tax-advantaged retirement accounts, and the importance of paying yourself first.

Mike also explains how he’s preparing for early retirement, from managing healthcare costs and ACA subsidies to planning portfolio withdrawals. His story shows how living below your means and sticking to a boring, long-term investment strategy can build lasting wealth without chasing hot stocks or timing the market.

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The Boring Strategy that Allows Him to Retire at 54 (Median Income)

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The Boring Strategy that Allows Him to Retire at 54 (Median Income)