Most people think the FIRE movement means retiring at 35. But depending on the version of FIRE you pursue, you might need anywhere from $750k to $3M+ invested. Here are four common approaches to financial independence: 🌱 Lean FIRE Minimalist lifestyle ~$35k–$40k yearly spending ≈ $900k–$1M invested ☕ Barista FIRE Investments + part-time work 🌊 Coast FIRE Invest early, then let compound growth do the work ✈️ Fat FIRE Higher spending lifestyle $100k+ yearly spending ≈ $2.5M–$3M invested Most people building wealth fall somewhere between these strategies. Personally I think a lot of people are aiming for something between Coast FIRE and Fat FIRE. Financial independence isn’t really about quitting work at 35. It’s about having enough invested that you have options. 💾 Save this if you’re working toward financial independence. Which FIRE path sounds the most realistic to you? #moneywhistlr #investingforbeginners #personalfinance #millenialmoney #buildingwealth