How Much Do You Need to Semi-Retire? A Realistic Example
One of the most common questions people ask when exploring semi-retirement is: “How much do you actually need to semi-retire?” Unlike full FIRE, Semi-Retire FIRE doesn’t require replacing 100% of your income forever. Instead, it combines investments with flexible or part-time work, which can dramatically reduce the amount of money you need before stepping away…
Semi-Retire FIRE vs Coast FIRE: What’s the Difference?
As the FIRE (Financial Independence, Retire Early) movement has grown, so have the different paths people take to reach more freedom. One of which you may have heard of is Coast FIRE, but another similar path is the focus of this website Semi-Retire FIRE. At first glance they can sound similar — both involve stepping…
Semi-Retire FIRE in 2026
Semi-Retire FIRE: Financial Independence Without Quitting Life When most people hear FIRE—Financial Independence, Retire Early—they picture extreme frugality, 70-hour workweeks, and retiring in their 30s to never work again. For some, that’s the dream.For many others, it sounds… stressful, unrealistic, or just not that appealing. That’s where Semi-Retire FIRE comes in. What Is Semi-Retire FIRE?…
Semi-Retire FIRE 