Introduction - Looking for a new way to freedom

[Nicholas Panetta]

Hello,

My name is Nick Panetta. I live in Palmetto, FL with my wife and our two daughters Taytum (2.5 yrs old) and Reese (3 month old). Currently, I am a strength and conditioning coach in the Bradenton, FL area. My entire life up until this point has been focused on moving forward in my chosen career path. However, I am unsatisfied and concerned that the more time and effort I put in to my career, the more I lose time with my family, and my wife is still forced to work full time so we can afford day care for my daughters. I do not want to stress and work my life away 9-5, 365. I want to be able to retire without working and teach my family how to achieve financial freedom. I know this probably sounds just like everyone else, but I think REI is something I could be great at and passionate about. I am just upset that I am just learning about this now after I spent over a decade and thousands of dollars on an education that is not helping me achieve my personal goals. I would appreciate any thoughts, help, connections, or advice in getting started.