Early Retirement & FIRE: How to Buy Your Freedom Decades Early

The FIRE movement proves that retirement at 40 or 50 is possible — but only with intentional choices. Learn the math, strategies, and trade-offs behind financial independence and early retirement.Read the full articleFree retirement planning toolsSources mentioned:- Bengen (1994) — Determining Withdrawal Rates Using Historical Data (the 4% rule)- IRS — Retirement Topics: Exceptions to Tax on Early Distributions (72(t) SEPP)- IRS — Roth IRA Withdrawal Rules- HealthCare.gov — Premium Tax Credit (ACA subsidies)