Good morning fellas. I got to thinking about something. It doesn’t pertain so much to the establish Coachgang Free Agents here as much as it does to some of the new members that are on Locals and Money Mindset. Those who just made the commitment either a day ago, month ago, or even a year ago. I started reminiscing back to the point after listening to CGA for a couple years, “reading” the Free Agent Lifestyle book, and later “READING, yes READING” D-evolution the message was clear to “Boss up”, which I did and am still doing now. The reason for this message is that I want you to stay the course because there’s gonna be a place that you will be soon, or are already in wondering if there’s a way out. It’s like a middle place. I call it the Ugly Place. It’s past the “eating plates of shit” stage. It’s a place where not everything is going to be good that happens to you, but you “will” have and see victories. You will be in a position where you get to ...
Earning $100,000 in 2025 doesn’t stretch the way it used to.
When you adjust for long-term inflation, $40,000 in 1990 has about the same buying power as roughly $100,000–$105,000 in 2025.
A salary that once meant middle-class security now struggles to keep up with housing, healthcare, groceries, childcare, and everyday bills.
It’s a clear reminder of how much the economy has shifted, and why so many people feel like they’re grinding harder just to stay in the same place.
What’s the biggest expense that’s hitting you the hardest in 2025...🤔
Source: U.S. Inflation Data & CPI Calculators
