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The 4% Rule Was Never Designed for FIRE’s Healthcare Reality

Jan 30, 2026 · 57m
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  • The 4% rule ignores rising healthcare costs for early retirees.
  • Health insurance premiums increase significantly before Medicare at 65.
  • Early retirees need a larger financial buffer than traditional FIRE suggests.

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