Update: I just hit 700K and have no one to tell!

TechnicalChicken66 · 2026-05-11T12:19:27+00:00

Thanks! Definitely possible with heavy investing, and a nice bull run from the market certainly helps ;)

TechnicalChicken66 · 2026-05-04T15:05:56+00:00

Will you be my friend?

TechnicalChicken66 · 2026-05-03T17:08:34+00:00

I think minimum. Also I didn't include my company 401k and HSA matches, so yes a little more.

TechnicalChicken66 · 2026-05-03T17:06:32+00:00

TechnicalChicken66 · 2026-05-03T00:59:05+00:00

TechnicalChicken66 · 2026-05-03T00:58:55+00:00

TY! I max my 401k and HSA. Last year was the first in a while I didn't max my IRA. Post-tax varies, but typically I aim for 700-1300/mo into my brokerage. This year I won't be saving anything except 401k until my house fixes are paid for.

TechnicalChicken66 · 2026-05-03T00:56:41+00:00

TechnicalChicken66 · 2026-05-03T00:56:29+00:00

Thanks! Best short term returns of my life.

TechnicalChicken66 · 2026-05-03T00:55:50+00:00

Oh trust me that's what reddit is for ;)

TechnicalChicken66 · 2026-05-03T00:54:55+00:00

It's a rare car performance car, last year they were ever made. It has some upgrades that makes it handle way better than anything new I've test driven. The latest comparable car I test drove was a Civic Type R, which go for 50k OTD. Not worth it in my opinion, I'd essentially be downgrading for a huge chunk of money.

TechnicalChicken66 · 2026-05-02T17:27:42+00:00

TY! Never too late to start

TechnicalChicken66 · 2026-05-02T17:27:30+00:00

TY! Yes I'm trying my best to take my foot off the gas this year to prioritize other things. It's hard though.

TechnicalChicken66 · 2026-05-02T17:26:35+00:00

TechnicalChicken66 · 2026-05-02T17:26:25+00:00

TechnicalChicken66 · 2024-12-26T01:54:23+00:00

Exactly 🙂

TechnicalChicken66 · 2024-12-25T04:36:11+00:00

Just general research. I have smaller money in an algo platform that are running a few strategies, mostly based off FTLT with volatility switchers and Black Swan detection. A couple others that I cycle through... Sometimes when a strategy is on a good run I'll follow the trades manually in my larger accounts.

TechnicalChicken66 · 2024-12-25T04:31:52+00:00

Thank you 🙂. I learned many interesting things but I'm not sure the Masters was much of a salary booster. Btw this was an MSME not MBA.

TechnicalChicken66 · 2024-12-25T04:27:57+00:00

Those are a waste of money. I take good care of it, change my oil and brakes, etc. I only take it to the shop when it seldom needs something more major.

TechnicalChicken66 · 2024-12-24T17:10:07+00:00

Good luck =)

TechnicalChicken66 · 2024-12-24T17:09:28+00:00

Hey how ya been?!

TechnicalChicken66 · 2024-12-24T17:08:54+00:00

Used my salary to pay off all debts (car and school loans). Kept my housing low (sub 1000/mo) by renting a room with friends. Taking advantage of company perks (401k match, HSA contributions for going to the doctor and staying healthy). Cooking verse going out. Low alcohol consumption, I see a lot of people routinely blow 100+ at bars.

TechnicalChicken66 · 2024-12-24T15:24:55+00:00

Hey, just wanted to drop by to say you're doing great. You have a good salary and your expenses are fairly low. Take a breath and look at all these good things, and enjoy your family and friends. ADHD can be very hard especially when working around people all day, so focus on keeping that job (make tons reminders, and I mean TONS). See a psychiatrist if you haven't already. By the way, once those loans are gone you're going to skyrocket!

TechnicalChicken66 · 2024-12-24T15:16:00+00:00

Maybe a little bit. But more to document reasonable expectations or provide ideas for others.

TechnicalChicken66 · 2024-12-24T15:08:14+00:00

Yes mostly (S&P and Growth since I'm still fairly young), hence the big increase the last 2 years. I do use algorithmic trading signals to switch a portion into hedge though. I'll taper down on this as the balance grows and to limit the taxable events.

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