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What Type of FIRE is Best for You? Find Out with Our Exclusive Quiz

Melanie Allen
Fund Your Life, Blog, FI/RE
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The financial independence movement inspired a revolution. It’s changed how people think about money, retirement, and financial planning.

Financial independence is no longer limited to high-income software engineers who live on rice and beans to escape the pit of despair that is their work life. 

It’s for everyone. 

What Type of FIRE Are You?

As more people realized they could take control of their finances, new forms of FIRE (Financially Independent, Retired Early) burst onto the scene, providing opportunities for all sorts of people to pursue their personal vision of financial freedom. 

So now you get to decide: What type of FIRE are you?

Explore the Types of FIRE

Before diving into the quiz, take a quick recap of the options.

Here are the types of FIRE we explore:

  • Passion Fire – Freedom to pursue your passions
  • Coast Fire – Security of FU money when you like your job
  • Barista Fire – Low-stress part-time job for pocket money
  • Fat Fire – Living the luxury life, no work but tons of cash
  • Lean Fire – Frugal, sustainable living on less than 40K
  • Traditional FI – I just want to live a normal life without having to work

All in Good Fun

Remember – Our  quiz is mostly just for fun. 

If you answered the questions honestly, you’ll probably get an answer that works for you, but the quest for financial independence is a personal journal. There will always be a nuance that quizzes just can’t capture.  

Take the quiz to start thinking about the type of life you want, whether you’re on the path to financial freedom or have yet to consider it. 

You may uncover what you truly want out of life!

Have fun with the quiz, and don’t forget to share it with your friends!

Take the Quiz:

Do you want to quit working before your traditional retirement age?

What's your intended yearly income in retirement?

Which aspect of the FIRE movement is most appealing to you?

What do you like about your current job?

You hit your FI number. Will You Still Work?

What do you hate about your current job?

Where do you imagine yourself living?

Is your healthcare covered in your FIRE plan?

What three words are most appealing to you?

What Type of FIRE are You?
Passion FIRE

Passion FIRE answer for what type of FIRE are you quiz.

You don’t want to quit working entirely, but you want to do something that adds value to your life. It's time to trade the office job for something related to your passion. Work that delights is a top priority. Learn More About Passion Fire: https://partnersinfire.com/lifestyle/passion-fire/
Barista FIRE

Barista FIRE graphic for what type of fire are you quiz.

Deadlines, spreadsheets, and stress – oh my! You wouldn’t mind working if it wasn't so anxiety-inducing! Trade in short deadlines for a relaxing job putting books away or selling surfboards. You'll earn pocket money and get out of the house to socialize with coworkers but won’t have to deal with the stress of a fast-paced environment. Learn More about Barista FIRE: https://partnersinfire.com/fire101/barista-fire/
Coast FIRE

Coast FIRE graphic for what type of FIRE are you quiz.

The bills are paid, life is comfortable, and you like your job, so why rock the boat? Your life vest is fastened, and everything is smooth sailing ahead. Coast FIRE lets you live for today because your future is secure. You can’t quit your job, but you enjoy working, so who cares? Learn more about Coast FIRE: https://partnersinfire.com/finance/what-is-coast-fire/
Lean FIRE

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You hate working so much you'll sacrifice creature comforts if it means you don't have to go back to the office. Lean FIRE forces you to live frugally, but you get to live for yourself, and that's a huge bonus. Learn More about Lean FIRE: https://partnersinfire.com/blog/what-is-lean-fire/
Fat FIRE

Fat FIRE graphic for type of FIRE quiz.

You want it all, and you can have it! Fat Fire is perfect for those with tons of money to blow. You don't want to work, but you refuse to sacrifice the finer things in life. You may have to work longer to save enough money, but living the life you've always wanted without limitations is worth it.
Traditional FI

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Traditional FIRE is the movement that started it all. You don't want to work at all, but you want to enjoy the same quality of life you had while employed. You’re not living high on the hog but want to enjoy all life’s bounties. Learn More about Financial Independence: https://partnersinfire.com/blog/fire-fundamentals-basics-fire/

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Author: Melanie Allen

Title: Journalist

Expertise: Pursuing Your Passions, Travel, Wellness, Hobbies, Finance, Gaming, Happiness

Melanie Allen is an American journalist and happiness expert. She has bylines on MSN, the AP News Wire, Wealth of Geeks, Media Decision, and numerous media outlets across the nation and is a certified happiness life coach. She covers a wide range of topics centered around self-actualization and the quest for a fulfilling life. 

13 thoughts on “What Type of FIRE is Best for You? Find Out with Our Exclusive Quiz”

  1. I got Traditional FIRE, but I think if you were to add a question asking something like “Do you have a plan to reach your FI number?”, then I could define the all new classification of “Clueless FI”.

    • Dads for Dollar$, your funny! I actually laughed out loud! At least you have a sense of humor about it all! Besides, I am guessing you are hoarding more “clues” than your letting on!

  2. I got Lean FIRE! Um, what just happened?! It did force me to think about things I haven’t really thought about. This was a good way to bring insight and fun into a finances which, at times, can be lacking in fun.

    • My BF wrote the “results” for me. I gave him a guideline and asked him to be funny. I think the lean fire one was his best – it was so ridiculously hilarious! But I’m glad it got you thinking about some of the reasons for pursuing FI – that was the whole point! Glad you enjoyed it!

  4. Hi Melanie
    Cool Quiz and very interesting blog.

    I got PASSION FIRE which describes pretty well what I expect once we achieve our goal. My wife target FI by end of 2024, I guess we could get there even sooner but want to make it as enjoyable as possible and by then it will be easier to travel with our two children.

    Cheers

    • I’m glad you liked it! Passion Fire is the best! And 2024 will be here before you know it!

  5. “What do you like about your current job?”
    –> This question needs a “the content”, “the impact” or “learning new things” option 😀

    I got passion fire, but I actually love my job haha. Maybe this is as good as it gets for me 😉 😉

    • It’s great to hear that you love your job! I’ll check out the options there, maybe it’s time to tweak it!

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