What is the FIRE Movement?
FIRE (Financial Independence, Retire Early) is a movement focused on achieving financial freedom through extreme saving and investing, enabling retirement before traditional retirement age.
The 4% Rule Explained
The 4% rule, proposed by financial planner William Bengen, suggests that withdrawing no more than 4% annually from retirement savings can sustain assets for 30+ years without depletion.
How to Use This Calculator?
- Current Age: Your present age
- Current Savings: All investable assets including cash, stocks, funds, etc.
- Annual Expenses: Your yearly living costs (excluding mortgage)
- Annual Savings: Amount you can save each year
- Expected Return Rate: Annualized return of your investment portfolio
Keys to Achieving FIRE
- Increase Savings Rate: Reduce unnecessary expenses and increase income
- Invest Wisely: Choose low-cost index funds and hold long-term
- Calculate Target: FIRE Number = Annual Expenses ร 25
- Stay Disciplined: Stick to your savings and investment plan