This post marks the 11 month point in my countdown to FIRE – being financially independent and retired early. My FIRE escape date is planned for April 1, 2016 – just a few weeks before my 50th birthday. Each month I’ve been counting down the activities that are getting me prepared. This month’s headline is that our nest egg held the terrific gains that we … Continue reading Early Retirement FIRE Escape – 11 Month Countdown