102- How Dumpster-Diving and House Hacking is Fueling Charlie's Journey to Financial Freedom
Episode description
I absolutely Iove bringing you ideas and stories that challenge your belief of what you think you can do and allows you to think outside the box. Charlie Pioli has a passion for environmental conservation and dumpster dives for a majority of his grocery needs. I was immediately intrigued by Charlie’s story and lifestyle which at first seemed extreme, but as you’ll learn when you listen to the episode, is a practical and smart way to save money and reduce food waste. Charlie even discusses how he is house hacking and using real estate investing as a way to reach his goals.If you think you should skip over this episode just from the title alone, I challenge you to give it a try. Even if dumpster diving isn’t for you, you will walk away with some actionable tips and inspiration for your journey.
In this episode we discuss:
- Charlie’s backstory and how he got started dumpster-diving
- His plan to take a mini-retirment when he turns 30
- How’s he’s house hacking and planning to use real estate to reach his financial goals
- Some of the mistakes he’s made a long the way and how you can avoid them
- Tips to save on your food/grocery expenses + more
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Other related blog posts/links mentioned in this episode:
2017 New York City Waste Characterization Study Report With Charlie on the Cover Page Recording Data
The Truth About the Solid Waste Industry and Recycling
Advice to Get a Home Loan WIth No or Little Money Down
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