
About this episode
Few topics in the FIRE community are more controversial than the 4% Rule. In this episode, Carl and Doug discuss the history of the 4% Rule, why the rule is great, why it sucks and how you should apply it to your own journey.
Resources:
- Bengen and the Trinity Study
- Further explanation of how 4% Rule is the Worst Case Scenario!
- Recent Bengen comment on the 4% Rule
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