
Dime After Dime
19. How to Find Your Financial Freedom Number
<p>Many investors think about a “financial freedom number,” but defining that number involves more than a simple calculation.</p><p>In this episode of Dime After Dime, Tony Stich talks with Julie Rich about what it means to reach financial independence and how that number may vary based on individual circumstances. They discuss a basic framework for estimating a starting point, along with the limitations of relying on simplified calculations alone.</p><p>Julie outlines several key factors that may influence long-term planning, including healthcare costs, inflation, taxes, life expectancy, and market assumptions. The conversation also explores how conservative proj...

