367 | How to Calculate Your FI Number: Retirement Planning Basics
Most retirement calculators are lying to you—they base your FI number on income, not on what you actually spend. Brad and Jonathan break down why this matters and how to fix it. If you spend $40,000 annually, you need $1 million to retire comfortably using the 4% withdrawal rule. That's your real FI number—not some…
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