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#RI-69a82c16·about 2 months ago·
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Hired a new CPA for tax and financial advice

New CPA didn't understand FIRE math, couldn't comprehend passive income

What I wish I knew
"Research the CPA's experience with FIRE before hiring"
If I could tell you one thing
"Don't get FIRE advice from a traditional financial advisor"
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Clear regret.
The downsides outweighed what was gained.
SettledMixedSevere

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