Summary James is a retired law enforcement employee. He has a net worth of $2.8 million that includes his pension. He shares his journey to becoming a millionaire and retiring early at the age of 49. He emphasizes the importance of starting early and investing consistently over time. James discusses his investment strategy, including the use of retirement accounts and the power of compound interest. He also shares his experiences with spending and the choices that financial independence has afforded him. James offers advice for young people starting their financial journey, encouraging them to work hard and start investing as early as possible. He never made more than ~65k.