What is a realistic roadmap to a million dollars?

This episode of Building Financial Fitness features FIRE blogger and YouTuber Chris Ng in a candid conversation about what building wealth really looks like today. From breaking down the numbers behind the first million to questioning whether that goal still makes sense, the focus is on realistic and achievable paths to financial freedom.

It also touches on why we spend the way we do, how status quietly creeps into our decisions, and why wanting more doesn’t always mean living better.

As Chris puts it, “I don’t think a million really matters anymore. What people want is the freedom to live without severe consequences.”

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You can find out more about Chris at:

https://www.youtube.com/@TreeOfProsperity1974

or search for "Growing Your Tree of Prosperity"

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Want to get in touch? You can reach out to us through the email podcasts@melisten.sg, or through Junus Eu's instagram @missfitfi.

The Building Financial Fitness Podcast is an original production from Mediacorp.

What is a realistic roadmap to a million dollars?
This episode of Building Financial Fitness features FIRE blogger and YouTuber Chris Ng in a candid conversation about what building wealth really looks like today. From breaking down the numbers behind the first million to questioning whether that goal still makes sense, the focus is on realistic and achievable paths to financial freedom.
It also touches on why we spend the way we do, how status quietly creeps into our decisions, and why wanting more doesn&rsquo;t always mean living better.
As Chris puts it, &ldquo;I don&rsquo;t think a million really matters anymore. What people want is the freedom to live without severe consequences.&rdquo;
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You can find out more about Chris at: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@TreeOfProsperity1974or">https://www.youtube.com/@TreeOfProsperity1974</a>
or search for "Growing Your Tree of Prosperity"
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Want to get in touch? You can reach out to us through the email podcasts@melisten.sg, or through Junus Eu's instagram @missfitfi.
The Building Financial Fitness Podcast is an original production from Mediacorp.

The Building Financial Fitness podcast is hosted by prolific finance blogger Junus Eu, aka MissFITFI. Over the course of the podcast, Junus brings on special guests to talk about topics ranging from gendered finance and the true cost of furthering education.

The views and opinions shared during this podcast series are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the views of Mediacorp Pte. Ltd. or its group of companies.

The Building Financial Fitness podcast is hosted by prolific finance blogger Junus Eu, aka MissFITFI. Over the course of the podcast, Junus brings on special guests to talk about topics ranging from gendered finance and the true cost of furthering education.
The views and opinions shared during this podcast series are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the views of Mediacorp Pte. Ltd. or its group of companies.

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What does it mean to teach kids about money when they grow up in comfort and rarely see real scarcity? In this insightful episode, school owner and entrepreneur John Fearon shares how he helps his children build financial confidence, understand value, and develop the courage to take risks in a rapidly changing world.

He reflects on the different ways children learn, the importance of letting them experiment, and why he believes confidence comes from exposure to many environments, not just academic success. John also discusses the role of EQ, real world problem solving, and the financial habits that matter more than traditional saving rules.

"Let them try, let them fail, and let them learn.”

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Find out more about Knightsbridge House International School here:

https://www.kbh.edu.sg/

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Want to get in touch? You can reach out to us through the email podcasts@melisten.sg, or through Junus Eu's instagram @missfitfi.

The Building Financial Fitness Podcast is an original production from Mediacorp.

What does it mean to teach kids about money when they grow up in comfort and rarely see real scarcity? In this insightful episode, school owner and entrepreneur John Fearon shares how he helps his children build financial confidence, understand value, and develop the courage to take risks in a rapidly changing world.
He reflects on the different ways children learn, the importance of letting them experiment, and why he believes confidence comes from exposure to many environments, not just academic success. John also discusses the role of EQ, real world problem solving, and the financial habits that matter more than traditional saving rules.
"Let them try, let them fail, and let them learn.&rdquo;
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Find out more about Knightsbridge House International School here:
<a href="https://www.kbh.edu.sg/">https://www.kbh.edu.sg/</a>
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Want to get in touch? You can reach out to us through the email podcasts@melisten.sg, or through Junus Eu's instagram @missfitfi.
The Building Financial Fitness Podcast is an original production from Mediacorp.

Money Lessons to Teach Your Children from a School Owner’s Perspective, with John Fearon, Knightsbridge House International School

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How do you figure out money once you are sharing life with someone? Estate planner and Money Maverick Founder, Luke Ho joins us for a fun and honest chat about what really changes when you go from dating to married life. As Luke puts it, “You can be great with finances, but marriage forces you to rethink what really matters.”

He talks about why open money conversations before the wedding make everything smoother later, how to spot financial compatibility while dating, and why a prenup can actually bring more trust, not less. Luke also shares what he and his wife do to stay aligned on expenses, goals, and day to day decisions.

If you want to feel more confident talking about money with your partner, this chat breaks things down in a way that feels easy and practical.

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You can find out more about Estate Planning with Luke Ho here:

https://www.moneymaverickofficial.co/estate

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Want to get in touch? You can reach out to us through the email podcasts@melisten.sg, or through Junus Eu's instagram @missfitfi.

The Building Financial Fitness Podcast is an original production from Mediacorp.

How do you figure out money once you are sharing life with someone? Estate planner and Money Maverick Founder, Luke Ho joins us for a fun and honest chat about what really changes when you go from dating to married life. As Luke puts it, &ldquo;You can be great with finances, but marriage forces you to rethink what really matters.&rdquo;
He talks about why open money conversations before the wedding make everything smoother later, how to spot financial compatibility while dating, and why a prenup can actually bring more trust, not less. Luke also shares what he and his wife do to stay aligned on expenses, goals, and day to day decisions.
If you want to feel more confident talking about money with your partner, this chat breaks things down in a way that feels easy and practical.
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You can find out more about Estate Planning with Luke Ho here:
<a href="https://www.moneymaverickofficial.co/estate">https://www.moneymaverickofficial.co/estate</a>
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Want to get in touch? You can reach out to us through the email podcasts@melisten.sg, or through Junus Eu's instagram @missfitfi.
The Building Financial Fitness Podcast is an original production from Mediacorp.

Managing Money as a Married Couple, with Luke Ho, MoneyMaverick

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Can investing abroad be about more than just returns? In this episode of Building Financial Fitness,  Junus Eu speaks with Zen, co-founder of Graceland Family Residences in Chiang Mai. Once an engineer in Silicon Valley, Zen shares how he and his wife built a thriving family-focused community from the ground up.

Discover how Singaporeans can invest overseas with clarity and confidence by focusing on people, purpose, and impact. From understanding rental yields to creating long-term value through community-driven development, this conversation redefines what smart property investment can look like beyond Singapore’s shores.

“Don’t just buy property — build a place where you’d be proud to live.” – Zen

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You can find out more about Graceland Family Residences here:

https://gracelandcm.com/

https://www.facebook.com/GracelandCNX

or connect with Zen on Linkedin:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/zenzanetan/

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Want to get in touch? You can reach out to us through the email podcasts@melisten.sg, or through Junus Eu's instagram @missfitfi.

The Building Financial Fitness Podcast is an original production from Mediacorp.

Can investing abroad be about more than just returns? In this episode of Building Financial Fitness,&nbsp; Junus Eu speaks with Zen, co-founder of Graceland Family Residences in Chiang Mai. Once an engineer in Silicon Valley, Zen shares how he and his wife built a thriving family-focused community from the ground up.
Discover how Singaporeans can invest overseas with clarity and confidence by focusing on people, purpose, and impact. From understanding rental yields to creating long-term value through community-driven development, this conversation redefines what smart property investment can look like beyond Singapore&rsquo;s shores.
&ldquo;Don&rsquo;t just buy property &mdash; build a place where you&rsquo;d be proud to live.&rdquo; &ndash; Zen
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You can find out more about Graceland Family Residences here:
<a href="https://gracelandcm.com/">https://gracelandcm.com/</a>
<a href="https://www.facebook.com/GracelandCNX">https://www.facebook.com/GracelandCNX</a>
or connect with Zen on Linkedin: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/zenzanetan/">https://www.linkedin.com/in/zenzanetan/</a>
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Want to get in touch? You can reach out to us through the email podcasts@melisten.sg, or through Junus Eu's instagram @missfitfi.
The Building Financial Fitness Podcast is an original production from Mediacorp.

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