Episode 419: Want to Retire Early & Reach Financial Independence? Here’s the Tool That Helped Me Plan It

Mar 26, 2025

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In this episode, I introduce you to the FIRE Calc tool—a powerful resource I created to map out financial independence strategies. I share my personal journey of using the FIRE Calc to plan my exit from corporate America and explain how this tool can help you visualize your financial future with real numbers. Whether you’re just beginning your financial independence journey or looking to refine your strategy, this episode is packed with insights to help you take control of your financial future.

In this episode, I explain:

The origins of the FIRE Calc tool and the power of seeing your FI journey mapped out visually.
Key financial independence concepts like the 25x rule and 4% rule.
How to plan for unexpected life events and incorporate potential career changes or business ventures into your FI plan.
How I used the FIRE Calc to convince my husband about financial independence.