'No car, no TV': 24-year-old Meta employee earning $306,500 rejects luxury lifestyle, explains strategy to build wealth while pursuing travelling, hobbies
Published on: May 28, 2026, 1:35 p.m. | Source: The Economic Times
A 24-year-old Meta engineer, Raymond Zeng, earns a staggering $306,500 annually but lives a minimalist life, forgoing a car, couch, and TV. He prioritizes early financial independence, aiming to retire by 30. Zeng saves aggressively, investing heavily in stocks and utilizing the FIRE strategy to build a substantial portfolio, funding his passion for travel and hobbies.
