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Barista FIRE

Barista FIRE

Semi-retirement supported by part-time work alongside investment income.

Barista FIRE blends partial financial independence with flexible or part-time work, often to cover some expenses or maintain benefits while investments continue to grow toward full independence.

Examples

  • Working part-time to cover living costs while your portfolio keeps compounding.

Related terms

Coast FIREFinancial Independence

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What Is Financial Independence (FIRE)?

Financial Independence, Retire Early (FIRE) is the point where your investments can cover your living costs. Here is what that really means and how people pursue it.

Retire Early Guide Team3 min

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