The Road to Financial Independence With Enid Kathambi

Feb 18 2024 19 ep. 12 mins 3

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What does financial independence mean to you? Is it being debt-free, having multiple income sources, early retirement, and never worrying about money? Whatever it is, you can work towards it and achieve it. I am your host, Enid Kathambi. I am a Certified Financial Analyst and Educator. My goal is to work towards financial freedom, enjoy life while at it, and inspire you to do the same. Through The Road to FI podcast, I will be sharing actionable tips you can implement in your journey to FI, my experiences, and, of course, how to enjoy your money guilt-free!

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#19: Health Insurance 101: What to Consider for Your Coverage in Kenya

Feb 18 2024 15 mins

I started my 2024 on a very rough patch. But one of the things I am grateful for is ensuring that I have the right insurance policies. Risk management is an integral component of your personal finance plan. It allows you to evaluate your risks, making it easier to plan and get the necessary tools to manage those risks. And one of those tools is insurance policies. Especially health

#18: Job Loss: Budgeting Tips and How To Prepare Yourself Financially

Jul 07 2023 16 mins

Losing one’s source of main income can be devastating, whether it catches you by surprise or not. The current economic conditions have not been very favorable to many businesses. That, and the ever-changing dynamics in businesses, like tech advancements. If I have learned anything from my experience, it is always to have a backup plan. Especially when it comes to my finances. Th

#17: How to Make More Money From Employment Opportunities

Jun 22 2023 17 mins

In this episode, we explore the available strategies you can use to make the most out of your employment opportunities in your pursuit of financial independence. While we talk so much about having a side hustle or having a business on the side, it’s not usually a possibility for many people. And it’s okay not to want to explore these options. Honestly, they are quite demandin

#16: Top 5 Money Lessons From The Women in My Life

May 13 2023 9 mins

Mother’s Day is a special occasion where we get to celebrate our mothers and other mother figures in our lives. In deed, we get to learn a lot from the experiences and stories carried out through generations. So, I have dedicated this episode to honouring our mothers. I will be honest; there have been difficult days over the years, even for my mother. But all the experiences, b

#15: Money, Women and Myths: Getting You Confident at Money Management & Investing

Mar 31 2023 8 mins

What have you been made to believe about money management and investing as a woman? Is it that the men in your life are better at it than you, so you end up leaving that task to them? Is it that you are bad at math and cannot understand the jargon in the world of financial markets? The truth is that all of these, and so many more, are just myths about women and money. Whether it�

#14: Money and Emotions: Are Emotions Affecting Your Financial Decisions?

Mar 24 2023 10 mins

Sometimes, money and emotions go hand-in-hand. Unfortunately, emotions are unavoidable. And they can cloud your judgment and decision-making, which can be detrimental to your financial success journey. I, for one, have managed not to let sadness and anger drive my financial decisions. Because in the past, I’ve turned to impulse purchases and liquidating investment accounts in rea

#13: Quick Start Emergency Fund: Step 1 to Financial Success

Mar 15 2023 13 mins

In this episode, we go back to one of the basics of personal finance planning — creating an emergency fund. The rule of thumb is to have 6-months of your living expenses saved up in a liquid account for emergency spending. But building a full emergency account is not easy, especially if you have debt. That’s why it’s recommended you start with a quick start emergency fund. A

#12: Sacco vs Money Market Funds: Which is Better for You?

Jan 20 2023 6 mins

Sacco vs Money Market Funds? This is probably a never-ending debate you will hear or see around. But which is better for you? A Sacco account can help you save for both short and long-term goals, thanks to the ability to borrow against your savings. If you have guarantors, you can borrow as much as 3 to 5 times your savings, depending on your Sacco’s rules. Plus, the funds are no

#11: Types of Budgeting Planners and My Flagship Planner

Jan 13 2023 8 mins

Getting your finances in order and working toward your financial success requires using certain tools. One of those is a budget planner. Budget planners help you track your transactions, stay organised and create healthy financial habits. There are several types of planners to use, either a spreadsheet, digital PDF or a physical book. I recommend using either of these. You can try

#10: Personal Finance Stress Test: How to do It and Why It's Important

Nov 28 2022 7 mins

Life is unpredictable. Anything can happen and leave you in ruin, not just emotionally but financially as well. But do you know how vulnerable you are financially? If a sudden illness hit or thieves broke into your house, how far back will it set you? In this episode, I take you through how you can stress your finance. It will help you identify areas in your financial plan that nee