What is a FIRE number?
Your FIRE number is the invested portfolio that could theoretically fund your lifestyle without relying on a salary.
A common starting point is annual expenses multiplied by 25, based on the 4% rule. In real life, inflation, taxes, market returns and personal risk tolerance matter.
How the calculator works
Start with your actual monthly expenses, multiply them by 12 and compare that target with your current invested portfolio and monthly savings.
Firestarter turns those inputs into a rough independence date, a progress score and a clearer view of the levers you can change.
Use it as planning, not advice
The output is an educational estimate, not financial advice. Use it to understand direction, trade-offs and milestones before making personal investment decisions.
For tax, pension or investment choices, speak with a qualified adviser in your country.