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Join The Financial Tortoise Community and we'll help you simplify, systemize, and automate your wealth with our step-by-step Slow Wealth Framework
What Our Members Are Saying…
Who’s This Community For?
You’ve thought about investing, but you're overwhelmed by too many options.
The stock market feels confusing, and you’ve spent hours researching what to invest in—but you still haven’t pulled the trigger.
You’ve started investing, but you know you could increase your returns and improve diversification.
You're looking to build a well-balanced portfolio—strategically diversified and positioned for long-term growth.
You’re planning for retirement, but don’t know if you’re on track.
Whether you want to retire early or just comfortably, you're not sure if you're making the right financial moves to get there.
If any of these sound like you, you’re in the right place.
The Financial Tortoise Community was created just for you.
The Challenges of Building Wealth
If building wealth was easy, everyone would be rich.
Most people know they should be investing, but when it comes to setting themselves up for long-term wealth, they feel completely lost.
Everyone seems to have a different opinion, and most of what’s out there is either outdated, overly complicated, or just plain wrong.
One expert says to go all in on index funds, another swears by real estate, and social media is filled with get-rich-quick schemes that sound too good to be true (because they usually are).
The real problem? It’s not a lack of options—it’s too many options.
Without a clear strategy, people either make random investment decisions, sit on cash out of fear, or hand everything over to a financial advisor without really understanding what’s happening with their money.
And that uncertainty is costly.
It leads to wasted time, missed opportunities, and a portfolio that’s either too risky, too conservative, or just plain inefficient.
Instead of building wealth with confidence, they’re constantly second-guessing if they’re doing the right thing—or worse, doing nothing at all.
The Secret To Building Lasting Wealth
Here’s the truth: Building wealth doesn’t have to be complicated.
The secret isn’t about chasing hot stocks, trying to outsmart the market, or spending hours buried in financial news.
It’s about simplifying, systemizing, and automating your investments so your money works for you on autopilot.
Simplify – Cut through the noise. Focus on proven strategies that actually work, instead of getting lost in endless opinions and market trends.
Systemize – Create a structured, repeatable, automated process for investing your money so you have the freedom to sit back and watch your portfolio grow.
Automate – Put your wealth-building on autopilot so you’re consistently growing your investments without second-guessing every decision.
When you have a simple, structured, and automated system, you take emotions out of the equation, eliminate decision fatigue, and let your money grow effortlessly in the background—without spending hours trying to “figure it all out” on your own.
This is how true wealth is built. And the best part? You don’t need a finance degree or a Wall Street background to make it happen.
Hi there, my name is Tae Kim. Also known as The Financial Tortoise.
As the name Financial Tortoise implies, I believe in getting rich slowly.
In the fable tortoise and the hare, the tortoise didn’t win because he was fast. He won because though he was slow, he was steady with his progress. I firmly believe that the same lesson can be applied to our wealth-building.
When I turned 30, I had a respectable career—an officer in the US Army, an MBA from a top school, and a great corporate job.
But there was just one problem…
I was completely broke…
I made nearly every financial mistake in the book.
I was buried under $105,000 in student debt.
I made terrible decisions like buying a brand-new car I couldn’t afford, and blowing $45,000 on a wedding.
I invested in actively managed funds pushed by advisors, losing thousands in fees.
I graduated college and started my new job with a negative net worth.
The pressure and anxiety of living paycheck to paycheck weighed on me every single day.
I was terrified I wouldn’t be able to pay rent. Or make a car payment. Not to mention the expenses of kids.
But in those moments of anxiety and panic, something clicked for me.
I realized the “success path” I’d been following wasn’t working.
I was trying to look rich instead of trying to build real wealth.
I realized that everything I had been told about money was wrong.
So I committed to change my approach.
And that decision changed everything for me.
I dove deep into personal finance, reading every book I could find. I started learning how the truly wealthy manage their money and implement practical, proven strategies to grow their portfolios. I started:
Tracking my spending and living below my means.
Avoiding risky bets and focusing on long-term investments in low-cost index funds.
Ignoring the noise from get-rich-quick schemes and flashy trends.
I started investing for long-term growth.
And as I continued to learn, make better decisions, and grow my wealth, I started to see real progress.
Through that journey, my wife and I crushed our six figures in debt, achieved our financial goals years ahead of schedule, and finally had the freedom to start living life on our own terms.
These slow wealth strategies have given me both freedom and security. They’ve given me the ability to take care of my loved ones and provide them with financial support. They’ve allowed me to take more risks in my career, and buy back my time.
But most importantly, they have given my wife and I the financial and emotional peace to enjoy our life.
That’s why I’m so passionate about sharing these wealth-building strategies with others—I’ve experienced firsthand how transformative they can be.
And the best part? You don’t have to wait decades to see results. With the right plan, you can start building real financial security and freedom now—without stress, without guesswork, and without sacrificing the things that matter most.
That’s exactly why I created The Financial Tortoise Community—to give you the step-by-step roadmap to achieving financial freedom, no matter where you’re starting from.
Let me show you how it works…
How It Works
The Financial Tortoise Community is not just another passive online course. It’s a step-by-step program where you’re supported with direct consulting, education, and an incredible online community.
When you join The Financial Tortoise Community, you’ll be instantly added to the community where you can ask questions, join our monthly calls, and get full access to all of the resources. No matter where you are on your wealth-building path, we will be there to help you, consult you, and guide your decision-making process every step of the way (so you don’t have to spend months or years guessing trying to figure it out on your own.)
Education
The first thing you’ll get instant access to is The Slow Wealth Framework—a step-by-step program designed to help you simplify your finances, invest with confidence, and build lasting wealth.
This self-paced curriculum is hosted inside our private community platform Skool, where 50+ members have already transformed their financial futures.
Each lesson is paired with actionable exercises to help you apply what you learn immediately—no more just consuming information without results.
Mentorship
Get direct guidance and consulting from Tae with 1:1 calls, live Q&A, and workshops—where you can ask questions, get clarity, and overcome financial roadblocks.
Miss a session? No problem. Every call is recorded and available to watch anytime.
Community
Wealth-building doesn’t have to be a lonely journey. Inside our private community on Skool, you’ll connect with like-minded professionals who share your financial goals.
Ask questions, share insights, and stay accountable with others on the same path.
With 12 months of access, you’ll always have support as you simplify your finances and grow your wealth—one smart decision at a time.
Ready to start building long-term wealth?
Here’s a full overview of everything you get instant access to one you join The Financial Tortoise Community…
The Slow Wealth Course
The Slow Wealth Framework is a proven, self-paced system designed to help you simplify your finances, invest with confidence, and build lasting wealth—without stress or complexity.
Inside, you'll get step-by-step lessons on:
✅ Mastering Your Money Mindset – Shift how you think about money so it works for you, not against you.
✅ Tracking & Controlling Your Spending – Understand where your money goes and create a plan that actually sticks.
✅ Simplifying & Optimizing Your Investments – Build a smart, low-maintenance portfolio for long-term growth.
✅ Paying Off Debt Efficiently – Eliminate debt strategically without sacrificing your quality of life.
✅ Maximizing Tax Efficiency – Keep more of your hard-earned money with simple, effective tax strategies.
✅ Automating Your Finances – Set up systems that save you time and keep your money growing on autopilot.
And that’s just the beginning!
With the Slow Wealth Framework, you’ll learn how to take control of your finances once and for all—without the overwhelm.
The Financial Tortoise Community
Wealth-building can feel like a lonely journey—but it doesn’t have to be.
Inside The Financial Tortoise Community, you’ll connect with like-minded professionals who share your goals, values, and commitment to financial growth.
Here, you can:
✅ Ask questions and get real answers from people who understand your challenges.
✅ Interact with insightful posts and discussions that help you stay on track.
✅ Share and discover valuable resources to simplify your financial journey.
✅ Make lifelong connections with others who are building wealth the right way.
You don’t have to figure this out alone. Join a community that supports you, holds you accountable, and helps you stay motivated every step of the way. learn how to take control of your finances once and for all—without the overwhelm.
Monthly Q&A’s + Group Coaching
Have questions about finance, investing, or building wealth? Get direct guidance from Tae in live and asynchronous Q&A sessions every month!
✅ Get expert insights to navigate your financial journey with confidence.
✅ Ask your biggest money questions and get clear, actionable answers.
✅ Learn from others as they tackle similar financial challenges.
Can’t make it live? No worries—all sessions are recorded so you can watch (or rewatch) anytime.
Quarterly Deep Dive Sessions
Take your financial knowledge to the next level with quarterly deep dive sessions led by Tae. Each session breaks down key money topics so you can make smarter financial decisions with confidence.
Topics include:
✅ Demystifying Investing – Cut through the noise and learn how to invest the right way.
✅ Automating Your Finances – Set up simple systems to grow your wealth effortlessly.
✅ Life & Goal-Setting Exercises – Align your money with your long-term vision.
And much more! Can’t attend live? No problem—all sessions are recorded and yours to keep.
1:1 Mentorship With Tae
When you join today you’ll get 3 exclusive 1:1 coaching calls with Tae. He will work with you as your accountability partner, helping you gain clarity, confidence, and a clear action plan.
Whether you’re facing a big financial choice or just need expert support, you’ll get tailored advice to move forward with clarity and certainty. 🚀
Financial Tortoise Bonuses!
[BONUS #1] Investment Fund Cheat Sheets
Get Tae's Investment Fund Cheat Sheet where you will get a list of all of the best long term market investment funds.
Plus get Tae personal favorite investment funds—funds that he personally invests into.
BONUS #2: Library Access: 50+ YouTube Video 1-Page Companion PDF Guides
You'll get 50+ cheat sheets and PDF companion guides created for The Financial Tortoise YouTube channel. Some of these include:
• How To Invest For Maximum Returns
• How To Build Wealth On A High Income
• The Investment Spectrum
And many many more...
[BONUS #3] Investment Fund Cheat Sheets
When you join today you’ll get 3 exclusive 1:1 coaching calls with Tae. He will work with you as your accountability partner, helping you gain clarity, confidence, and a clear action plan.
Whether you’re facing a big financial choice or just need expert support, you’ll get tailored advice to move forward with clarity and certainty. 🚀
Still Not Sure If It’s Worth It?
Last but not least.
We want to make The Financial Tortoise Community a no brainer for you.
So our refund policy is simple.
If you join the program and you don’t feel like you got the value that you hoped for, we will give you a 100% refund within 30 days of your purchase.
No questions asked.
The reason we're offering this is because we know that the frameworks and strategies we teach work.
What we don't have control over is that you have to put them into action.
✅ The Slow Wealth Framework – Step-by-step courses to simplify your finances, grow your wealth, and secure your financial future.
✅ The Freedom Blueprint – 12 actionable steps to help you achieve financial independence.
✅ 12 Months of Access to The Financial Tortoise Community – Connect with like-minded professionals on the same wealth-building journey.
✅ Monthly LIVE & Asynchronous Q&A Calls – Get direct guidance from Tae on finance, investing, and wealth-building.
✅ Quarterly LIVE Deep Dive Sessions – Gain expert insights on financial strategies, automation, and long-term wealth planning.
✅ Full Access to ALL Upcoming & Planned Courses – Including Investing Optimized, Smart Tax, Finance Automated, Advanced Budgeting, and more!
✅ Templates, Frameworks, Checklists & Tools – Everything you need to simplify, automate, and grow your wealth.
🎁 BONUS #1: Investment Fund Cheatsheet – A breakdown of the best long-term investment options.
🎁 BONUS #2: 50+ YouTube Video 1-Page Companion PDF Guides – Quick-reference summaries of Tae’s most valuable lessons.
🎁 BONUS #3: Workout & Meal Prep Spreadsheet – Because wealth isn’t just about money—it’s about health too.
🔒 [100% GUARANTEE] – 30-day, no-questions-asked refund policy if you’re not satisfied.
Everything you need to take control of your finances—inside one powerful community. 🚀