January 2025

Estrategias de Empleo Savings & Budgeting

4 Proven Ways to Boost Earnings and Achieve FIRE Faster in 2025

For those working towards achieving Financial Independence and Retiring Early (FIRE), increasing your earnings can be the key to accelerating your journey. While cutting expenses is essential, boosting your income…

Dorian Regester January 6, 2025

Independencia Financiera Investment Strategies

Charter Schools & College Muni Debt Distress in 2024: Impact on Financial Independence and FIRE Aspirants

2024 has been a tough year for several sectors in the education and municipal bond markets, particularly for charter schools and college municipal debt. These sectors have witnessed unprecedented levels…

Dorian Regester January 5, 2025

Independencia Financiera Investment Strategies

Investing in Crypto Altcoins in 2025: Should FIRE Investors Diversify Beyond Bitcoin?

Cryptocurrency has witnessed tremendous growth over the past decade, with Bitcoin (BTC) leading the charge. However, in recent years, altcoins — cryptocurrencies other than Bitcoin — have been garnering significant…

Dorian Regester January 4, 2025

Independencia Financiera News and Trends Tax Strategies

Ken Kies and Key Treasury Appointments: How Trump’s Team Will Shape Tax Policy and Impact FIRE Aspirants

As President-elect Donald Trump appoints his senior leadership team to the Treasury Department, the impact of these key appointments on U.S. tax policy—and specifically on the Financial Independence, Retire Early…

Dorian Regester January 3, 2025

Independencia Financiera Investment Strategies

Identifying the Right DST for FIRE: A Comprehensive Guide to Smart Investment Selection

Achieving Financial Independence and Early Retirement (FIRE) requires a well-thought-out investment strategy. For many FIRE enthusiasts, real estate offers one of the most reliable methods to generate consistent, passive income.…

Dorian Regester January 3, 2025

Investment Strategies News and Trends

U.S. Dollar Hits Two-Year High Amid Market Optimism for Trump’s Return: A FIRE Perspective on Currency Trends and Financial Independence

As the calendar turns to 2025, the U.S. dollar has reached its highest level in more than two years. The U.S. Dollar Index (DXY), a key indicator of the greenback’s…

Dorian Regester January 2, 2025

Independencia Financiera Retirement Planning

UPREITs in Your FIRE Strategy: Are They a Smart Choice for Achieving Financial Independence?

The FIRE (Financial Independence, Retire Early) movement has gained immense popularity as a way for individuals to take control of their financial futures and retire on their own terms. Among…

Dorian Regester January 2, 2025

News and Trends

NYSE to Close on January 9 to Honor Former President Jimmy Carter: What Investors Should Know

On January 9, 2024, the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) will observe a special closure in honor of the late former President Jimmy Carter, marking a significant moment in American…

Dorian Regester January 1, 2025