“Bridge the Gap” and Access Your Retirement Accounts Early

Everything you need to know about mini retirements!

Early semi-retirement is a move that will allow you to leave your job as soon as possible. Retire now if you are unhappy - don't wait!

In the semi-retirement explanation post, I ran through several scenarios focusing on the math behind FIRE (Financial Independence, Retire Early) and semi-retirement. I personally found the numbers to be liberating, but I also know it was just a lot of numbers. I was interested in seeing a visual comparison as well. So I built these graphical explanations of traditional retirement, FIRE, and semi-retirement. These are powerful in their own way.

You don’t have to have a 6-figure income, save >50%, or work until your late 60s to have a fulfilling retirement. In fact, semi-retirement is most beneficial and very feasible for people with moderate incomes. It can even help you exit your career earlier.