the FILM
A documentary about the FIRE movement and one family's quest to achieve financial independence and retire early. Available on the following:
Named “Top 10 Best Finance Movies of the Decade ”News
Featured in
the story
Playing with FIRE follows 35 year old Scott Rieckens, his wife Taylor, and their toddler Jovie as they embark on a year-long odyssey to understand the rules of this sub-culture and test their willingness to reject the standard narrative of adult life, which basically prescribes: “Go to college, take out tons of student loans, buy a new car, take on a mortgage, buy another car and lots more stuff you don’t need, then work for 40+ years to pay for it all. If you’re lucky you might be able to retire at 65 and not have to live on beans.”
“A profound film for those who feel that money controls them and are determined to wrestle back control.”
— Eric M
“With the enthusiasm of a convert and a filmmaker’s feel for storytelling, Scott recounts his own and others’ journeys in pursuit of FIRE so that readers can try it on for themselves to see if it fits. You’ll love meeting the bloggers and writers who have stoked the ‘fire’ and the ordinary people who have been transformed by it.”
Vicki Robin
“To the uninitiated, pursuing financial independence seems exotic, impossible, and/or daunting. But in fact, it is simple and has roots deep in the American psyche. If you wonder what this path is like in real life and in real time, Scott and Taylor will take you along on their journey: not yet finished, a work in progress, and a very engaging tale.”
J.L. Collins
“Scott Rieckens has done a phenomenal job of embracing the FIRE movement and making the hard choices necessary to radically alter his family’s financial future. His book should be an inspiration to anyone starting in a similar life position. If you feel stuck or feel that you are not able to flex your creative talents and live a life where you are in control, then Playing with FIRE might be just the book you need.”
Scott Trench
What folks are saying about FIRE
We traveled the world to bring you the best and brightest in the Financial Independence space.
the cast
PLan withProjection
lab
Build financial plans you love. Simulate your financial future and chart a course toward your best life with ProjectionLab.
Get your copy of the
book
A perfect follow up on the film to dive deeper into the philosophies and "how-tos of the FIRE movement"
Reading material
We have assembled the foundational information to get your start on the right foot down the FIRE path to financial independence.
The Role of Frugality in FIRE
Dive into the transformative world of financial independence with a refreshing take on frugality versus being cheap. Embrace the art of living well without living beyond your means, and find out how being frugal, not cheap, can unlock the door to your financial liberation.
Understanding the 4% Rule
Retirement withdrawal strategies are anything but one-size-fits-all. For many FIRE fans, determining how much to withdraw each year requires a balance between ensuring your savings last and meeting your current financial needs.
The Importance of Savings Rate in FIRE
Explore the essential role of savings rate in the FIRE movement for achieving financial independence and early retirement. Learn how to balance frugality, investment strategies, and lifestyle to accelerate your journey towards financial freedom.
