Archive - FAANG FIRE

July 2025

Pro-Rata Rule & Backdoor Roth IRAs Simplified

Exploring the Backdoor Roth IRA? Don’t get burned by the Pro-Rata Rule. Here’s how it works and what to do if you have a Rollover IRA.

Jul 23 •

How the OBBB Impacts High Earning FAANG Employees

A FAANG-focused breakdown of the One Big Beautiful Bill (OBBB). What actually changes for high earners, W2 employees, and FIRE planners.

Jul 7 •

My Health Wasn't FIRE-Ready

I started going fishing every few days after I was laid off 2 years ago. It was a great way to get outside and clear my head. It was one of the things I…

Jul 3 •

June 2025

You Don't Need a Side Hustle

Side hustles might be slowing your FIRE progress. Learn a more effective approach to financial independence.

Jun 5 •

May 2025

Is ChatGPT Wrong? Do RSU Vests Trigger Wash Sales Part 2

Hi, My name is Andre. I’m a semi-retired, ex-tech worker, who spends his time arguing with people on the internet about wash sales. Someone told me I…

May 14 •

Does RSU Vesting Impact Wash Sales?

Understand how wash sales affect RSU vesting with real 2025 Meta examples. Learn when losses are disallowed, how cost basis adjustments work, and what…

May 9 •

April 2025

Andre's Monthly Roundup - April 2025

What I wrote, shared, and got quoted on this month — from $5.65M FIRE projections to WSJ quotes, market drops, and 750K-view LinkedIn posts.

Apr 30 •

FIRE in San Francisco: Updated Projections After Taxes, Social Security, and Housing Scenarios

I received many questions after concluding in my post “How Much is Enough to FIRE in San Francisco” that $5,654,000 was enough to cover my current and…

Apr 25 •

FAANG FIRE w/ Extra Guac: A Free Year of ProjectionLab, Lunch Money, Mezzi, Carry Solo 401k, Discounts on Frec, and More

I’ve been thinking about what a “FIRE Bundle” could look like.

Apr 15 •

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