The 6 Figures Dream
Chasing a 6-Figure Dream —
One Honest Step at a Time
I’m Steve, a 40-something engineer documenting my real journey from $96,000 in savings to six-figure passive income. No hype. No shortcuts. Just the honest numbers, shared as they happen.
Where I Stand Today
$106,514
Current savings, in my retirement account
$153 / mo
Avg dividend income, last 12 months
$100,000 / yr
The goal: six-figure passive income
My Real Monthly Dividend Income
Actual dividends received, trailing 12 months (Aug 2025 – Jul 2026).
Total ≈ $1,834 · Average ≈ $153 / month · updated monthly
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Hover a bar to see the exact amount. Converted at ~1,500 KRW/USD.
Where My Money Is Invested
A snapshot of my retirement-account portfolio by asset type — the whole pie is my total. Updated monthly.
Cash is dry powder waiting to go in through my weekly automatic buys. Not financial advice.
Follow the Journey
I share what’s actually working, what’s failing, and the real numbers behind building passive income in your 40s. If you’re walking a similar road, I’d love the company.
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