A 37-year-old who built a seven-figure net worth and considers himself 'semi-FIRE'd' explains how his investment strategy has evolved since picking stocks and 'gambling' money in his 20s

Andre Nader learned from early stock market losses, shifting to a simple, effective index fund strategy for financial independence. Working in tech and living frugally, he diversified investments in low-cost Fidelity and Vanguard funds, focusing on tax-advantaged accounts for long-term growth.