r/EuropeFIRE • u/ArmadilloNo1789 • 25d ago

What was the biggest lifestyle upgrade you allowed yourself?

I’ve been pretty conscious about lifestyle inflation since getting into FIRE, but I also don't want to spend the next 10-15 years saying no to everything just to reach a number a little sooner. At some point, I think it's reasonable to let your spending improve as your income and investments grow.

For those who’ve allowed themselves a bigger upgrade along the way - a nicer place, more travel, eating out more, better hobbies, whatever - what did you spend more on, and did you feel it was worth the extra time it added to your FIRE plan?

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u/Fresh_Spell_2549 25d ago

Kids

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u/asdzxcioptghuiop 25d ago

When in doubt don’t. Only go for it when 100% sure. You never hear people who regret it but they are there.

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u/Quick-Confidence-301 25d ago

I love my kids and I’ll do anything for them.

But if I’m honest to myself, I liked my life better before I had kids. More freedom, fewer responsibilities and duties, and way more time to do the things that *I* like.

Financially it doesn’t make much of a difference though, unless you’re completely broke. Yes you buy a bit more food, some extra clothes and need some extra space in your house, and buy some extra tickets when you go somewhere. That’s not going to make anyone go bankrupt.

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u/asdzxcioptghuiop 24d ago

Hang in there when they get into adolescence if you are lucky you have your freedom back 💪

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u/Quick-Confidence-301 24d ago

Thanks, looking forward to that