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Mar 2024
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1259 - The “Dirty Little Secret” of the ...

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Love it or hate it, the financial independence, retire early (FIRE) movement has changed the conversation around financial planning. And any change that provokes new discussion and a fresh perspective is a good change—even if you ultimately side with the traditionalists. 

Today, I’ll convince you that you don’t actually need or even want to retire early. You want the freedom, flexibility, and intentionally designed life that financial independence offers. 

The best part? You don’t even need to reach financial independence to achieve all that. Open your mind for a fresh way to look at FIRE.

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