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Welcome back to the Building Your Money Machine Show! In this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on one of the most popular and controversial trends in personal finance today: the FIRE movement — Financial Independence, Retire Early. After more than 30 years as a CPA, entrepreneur, and financial educator, I've witnessed countless people chase the dream of early retirement, only to find themselves back at work faster than a market crash.Today, I'm digging into the 8 biggest problems with FIRE that no one’s really talking about. If you’ve ever thought about retiring early, or you’re already hustling toward financial independence, this episode will help you rethink your strategy so you don’t sacrifice the best years of your life for a number on a spreadsheet. I’m sharing real stories, personal experiences, and the specific pitfalls that can turn FIRE from financial independence into a life of frugality, stress, and missed opportunities.Plus, I’ll be walking you through my lifestyle cost calculator—y