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November 14, 2025

Dividend ETFs for FIRE: VWRL vs 5 high-yield alternatives

Dividend-paying ETFs like VWRL aren't just about growth—they're about building a cash flow machine that works while you sleep. Here's why dividends matter fo...

  • fire
  • personal finance
  • strategy
  • investing
  • etf
  • dividends
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November 12, 2025

The FIRE paradox: why reaching financial independence feels like losing everything you worked for

You've spent 20 years saying no to everything. Now you've reached FIRE at 50, and suddenly you're supposed to say yes. But your brain doesn't know how to sto...

  • fire
  • personal finance
  • strategy
  • mindset
  • psychology
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November 08, 2025

Crypto and FIRE: the dangerous shortcut that could break your dreams

Crypto can accelerate your FIRE journey, but it's a dangerous game. Learn why Bitcoin's 58% annual returns could destroy years of careful planning, and disco...

  • fire
  • personal finance
  • strategy
  • crypto
  • risk management
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November 06, 2025

Cut subscriptions, win days: the magic of small savings on your FIRE date

Discover how cutting small monthly subscriptions like Netflix, Spotify, or gym memberships can save you hundreds of days on your FIRE date. Learn why control...

  • fire
  • personal finance
  • strategy
  • expenses
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November 03, 2025

Can I stop working a.k.a. retire early with $500,000 invested?

Can you retire early with $500,000 invested? Learn how $500k FIRE works in Italy (26% tax), USA, and UK. Discover withdrawal rates, tax strategies, and pract...

  • fire
  • personal finance
  • strategy
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November 02, 2025

Choose your FIRE (before you choose your investments)

Figure out what kind of FIRE you're chasing before you start chasing returns. Your future self will thank you.

  • fire
  • personal finance
  • strategy
  • mindset
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November 01, 2025

Yet another hello, world!

Why FIREgeeks exists: a builder's view of personal finance, experiments, and the FIRE movement.

  • introduction
  • personal finance
  • fintech
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FIREgeeks.net — personal blog by Vincenzo Ciaglia covering personal finance, ideas, and the FIRE movement. This is not a financial advisory service: opinions are personal. Evaluate your own situation or consult a professional before taking action. Contacts: vinciaglia(at)gmail.com