November 2024

Avoiding the Probate Process: Simple Steps for FIRE Seekers

When pursuing Financial Independence and Retiring Early (FIRE), estate planning is crucial to ensure your assets are distributed smoothly and according to your wishes. One key aspect of effective estate…

Dorian Regester November 23, 2024

Age-Specific FIRE Strategies

Catching Up on FIRE: Strategies for Late Starters

Embarking on the Financial Independence and Retire Early (FIRE) journey can seem daunting, especially if you feel like you're starting late. Whether due to late career entry, financial setbacks, or…

Dorian Regester November 22, 2024

Mindset & Motivation

Breaking Through Barriers: How to Overcome Challenges on Your Path to FIRE

Achieving Financial Independence and Retiring Early (FIRE) can seem like a distant dream when faced with various obstacles. However, understanding and addressing these barriers is key to accelerating your journey…

Dorian Regester November 21, 2024

Mindset & Motivation

Understanding Your “Why”: The Key to Reaching FIRE

When embarking on the journey to Financial Independence and Retiring Early (FIRE), having a clear and compelling reason for why you want to achieve this goal is crucial. Understanding your…

Dorian Regester November 20, 2024

Retirement Planning

Should You Contribute to a 401(k) in Your FIRE Strategy?

The quest for Financial Independence and Retiring Early (FIRE) often involves a lot of strategic financial decisions, one of which is whether or not to contribute to a 401(k) as…

Dorian Regester November 19, 2024

How Did I Get Here?

From $0 to Multi-Millionaire in 10 Years – Year 7

In case you missed it, here are the previous parts: Year 1: From $0 to Financial Awareness Year 2: Navigating Setbacks and Growing Savings Year 3: Realizing the Power of…

Dorian Regester November 18, 2024

Economic Factors

How Lower Interest Rates Affect Your FIRE Approach

In the world of Financial Independence and Retiring Early (FIRE), interest rates play a pivotal role in shaping your financial strategy. While higher interest rates often get the spotlight, lower…

Dorian Regester November 18, 2024

Economic Factors

How to Achieve FIRE During a Recession: Strategies for Success

A recession can throw a wrench into your Financial Independence and Retiring Early (FIRE) plans. Economic downturns can create uncertainty, impact investment returns, and make achieving your FIRE goals seem…

Dorian Regester November 17, 2024

Mindset & Motivation

YOLO and FIRE: Can You Have Both? Finding Balance in Your Financial Journey

In the quest for Financial Independence and Retiring Early (FIRE), many people find themselves grappling with a common dilemma: the desire to live in the moment (YOLO—You Only Live Once)…

Dorian Regester November 16, 2024