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Former teacher, author, and returning podcast guest, Danny Kofke, discusses how to take control of your money using simplified and practical tactics. Through his path in teaching, financial education, writing, and TV guest appearances, Danny has learned that you can’t run a marathon in 30 days. It takes consistency and a personalized approach to build your financial margins…and you can do it too! Danny discusses the “messy middle”, habit-forming tactics, taking the bias out of your finances, the importance of vesting at 10 years, the TRS benefit, and supplementing your retirement income to become a wealthy teacher. As Danny says, “If this former school teacher can do it, so can you!”If you haven't had the chance to meet with us one-on-one in a virtual or in-person format, and are within 2 years of retirement eligibility, be sure to log in to your TRS account online at TRSGA.com and register for a session today! Timestamps00:00 – Intro02:03 – Danny Kofke’s Education Experience03:47 – Benefits of Teaching Special Education04:58 – Pivoting Career Paths07:42 – Insights for Active Educators11:59 – Tools for Budgeting & Saving12:45 – Staying Focused 16:46 – Financial Advisers vs. Money Coaches18:18 – Adjusting to Financial Changes20:17 – Importance of Vesting22:04 – How the TRS Benefit Helps25:08 – Contact Info & Words of Encouragement26:46 – OutroWe want to hear from our members! Please email the show for topic inquiries, questions and comments! Contact us at [email protected]: Everett CrockettFor more information visit: www.trsga.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/trsgeorgiaYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@trsgeorgia