The FIRE Movement

The FIRE (Financial Independence, Retire Early) movement focuses on saving and investing aggressively to achieve financial independence sooner than traditional retirement age. Practitioners typically minimize expenses, maximize savings, and invest wisely to build enough wealth that they can cover living costs without working. Once they reach their target nest egg, they can choose to retire early or reduce work hours, gaining more control over their time. The movement promotes disciplined money management and long-term planning, emphasizing that early financial freedom is attainable through deliberate choices and consistent effort.