Why 35 Is the Make or Break Age for Building Wealth

October 13, 2025•1 min read

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35 isn’t just another birthday—it’s a financial crossroads.

At this age, three powerful forces collide:
The compounding clock starts ticking louder.
Your peak earning years begin.
And the golden handcuffs of lifestyle start tightening.

In this video, I break down why your mid-30s are the make-or-break decade for wealth building and how to make sure you come out free, not financially trapped.

You’ll learn:

Why time matters more than returns when it comes to investing

How “success” can quietly turn into a financial trap

The mindset shifts that separate those who build freedom from those who just earn more and spend more

If you’re 35 (or anywhere near it), this video will change how you think about money, lifestyle, and what real success looks like.

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Salena Kulkarni

On my YouTube channel, I share key takeaways from the books I read and the lessons I learn along the way. From productivity tips to business insights and life advice, it’s all about growing and improving together.

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For the 20+ years I have been supporting others to walk the path towards financial independence by sharing strategies, tools, insights and wisdom normally coveted by the wealthy.

As a Chartered Accountant and private investor, I created I Can Be Wealthy to fill the gap I wish someone had filled for me when I was starting out: real-world financial education for people who weren’t born into money.

My own journey wasn’t smooth. I spent years working hard, earning more, but never feeling ahead.

I saved for 7 years to buy my first home, made every money mistake in the book and nearly gave up more than once.

But through trial, learning, and eventually investing wisely, I built financial freedom and now I help others do the same, faster and with fewer detours.

This isn’t just about money. It’s about giving people back agency, confidence, and a life with real choices.

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