Episode 391: How to Balance Life, Health & Wealth with Stage 4 Cancer Survivor, Esther Hyun

This week on the Journey to Launch Podcast, I have a powerful conversation with Esther Hyun, a stage four colorectal cancer survivor and lawyer, who opens up about her journey to financial independence. Esther highlights the need to balance financial goals with personal well-being, while stressing the importance of preventative health care. She also discusses the financial challenges of navigating cancer treatment, such as unexpected out-of-network medical bills, and underscores the value of life insurance, estate planning, and much more.

In this episode, we discuss: 

• Esther’s financial foundations which allowed her to be debt-free except for student loans and how she contributes to HSAs and 401(k)s to build wealth

• Esther’s experience of being diagnosed with colorectal cancer at 36, the financial impact it had on her, and the importance of having a plan in place for unexpected events.

• Life insurance, estate planning, and balancing financial independence with enjoying life in the present.

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• All About The Health Savings Account (HSA) -The Ultimate Retirement and Investment Account w/ Jackie Koski
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