In this case fire is good: Financial Independence, Retire Early

A great article in this month’s Kiplinger’s magazine talks about the super savers…these are people who try to save 50% or more of their annual income over 10-15 years. The goal isn’t to stop working necessarily, but to not to have to work at a 9-5 job. They are focused on not spending money, and trying to maximize income opportunities. Some of it is extreme, like the timeframes,  giving up your highest income producing years and benefits such as health insurance which I don’t totally agree with. But I love the idea of really being a badass on saving. Continue reading →