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A listener asks a hot question about the F.I.R.E. movement.
Notes from Chris
Episode 1267
Financial independence, retire early—it’s called FIRE, and it’s a trend that’s not going away. A lot of people are interested in this concept of saving a high percentage of their income, being extremely frugal, and retiring early, sometimes at the age of 40 or even 35 or earlier. A listener wants to know how Side Hustle School fits into this model or vice versa or are they compatible at all. As part of my answer I’ll give you my #1 and #2 tips if you’re interested in FIRE."Hi Chris, this is Barry from Milwaukee and I recently found your show and have been enjoying the content. Can you talk briefly about FIRE; financially independent, retire early. How does Side Hustle School fit into that concept? I’ve been reading a lot about the FIRE movement and I love the idea of being able to retire in my late thirties or early forties, and I’ve started saving at least 30% of my income with the goal of making that happen. What do you thing about the FIRE concept, and how does Side Hustle School fit into it … or does it? "Listen to today's episode to learn more...
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