I'm 32 with a $2.8 million portfolio and a $5 million goal - is my high-pressure job worth the mental toll?
Briefly

from 24/7 Wall St.1 day ago
The article discusses the aspirations of a 32-year-old member of the FIRE (Financial Independence, Retire Early) community, who has a net worth of $2.8 million but aims for $5 million. This Redditor expresses a desire to exit a high-paying job to pursue passions, health, and relationships. With a substantial income and relatively low expenses, they plan to leverage a 3.75% withdrawal rate for future financial independence. The narrative reveals common themes within the FIRE community regarding wealth ambition and lifestyle aspirations.
"...once they get a taste of the rare air they are in, they want more, more, more. This isn't uncommon, and may not always be healthy."
24/7 Wall St.https://247wallst.com/personal-finance/2025/04/22/im-32-with-a-2-8-million-portfolio-and-a-5-million-goal-is-my-high-pressure-job-worth-the-mental-toll/
"...their goal is to accumulate a $5 million net worth, hoping for a $187,500 annual passive income at a 3.75% withdrawal rate."
24/7 Wall St.https://247wallst.com/personal-finance/2025/04/22/im-32-with-a-2-8-million-portfolio-and-a-5-million-goal-is-my-high-pressure-job-worth-the-mental-toll/
Read at 24/7 Wall St.
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