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#RI-69ba715e·4 months ago·
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Lookback: 6.5 years after learning about FIRE

Retired in mid-2025 at 35

Achieved financial independence through military service and smart investing

What I wish I knew
"More about real estate private lending"
If I could tell you one thing
"Diversify your investments and take advantage of tax-free benefits"
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Positive or neutral outcome.
Would make the same decision again.
SettledMixedSevere

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