I don’t just talk about the Wheel Strategy; I trade it almost every single day.
For 32 years, I clocked into a retail store to manage a P&L. Now, I clock into the market. Below is my Live Daily Trade Log. It’s the raw, unedited data of every covered call and cash-secured put I sell to manufacture my retirement ‘bridge income.’
Why I post this daily: Most financial ‘experts’ show you a curated version of their wins at the end of the year. I show you the ‘boring’ reality of a $150 daily target. You’ll see the wins, the rolls, and the ‘lame’ $0.75 premiums that stack up to pay for my life in Stony Point.
This sheet updates automatically within minutes of me logging a trade in my personal dashboard.“
(Swipe left/right to see full trade details on mobile)
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Earl is a 52-year-old dad of three who walked away from the six-figure corporate grind in 2024 to live life on his own terms. He didn’t win the lottery, inherit a dime, or get lucky on crypto. Starting in 2015 with $25k in consumer debt and a modest 401(k), Earl executed a nine-year sprint to financial independence, building a $2M net worth by age 50.
He didn't just save his way to freedom; he built a compounding engine. By combining "Bogleheads" index investing with a conservative options strategy, Earl turned a late start into a total victory. He’s not just talking theory—he’s living the math. Last year alone, Earl generated $78k in options premiums via the "Wheel" strategy and ~$400/month in passive dividends, proving that liquidity is the true key to quitting early.
Launched in 2019, EarlyRetirementEarl.com is a no-BS zone for dads and late-starters who want actionable, battle-tested steps to freedom. Featured on ThinkSaveRetire and Camp Fire Finance, Earl’s mission is to share the financial literacy he was never taught in school. No fluff, no gurus—just the math.
Not financial advice. I’m not a CFP or licensed advisor. All numbers are historical; markets fluctuate. Past performance is not indicative of future results. Do your own research and consult a professional.
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