# Is Coast FI Riskier Than Traditional FI?

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Published: 2026-09-16T04:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

In this episode of the BiggerPockets Money Podcast, Mindy Jensen and Evan Lawler take a closer look at Coast FIRE and what it really means to stop aggressively saving for retirement while still working toward financial independence. They talk through what could go wrong, from market downturns and rising expenses to lifestyle creep and unexpected changes in your life or career. They also discuss how much flexibility Coast FIRE can give you, how to build in a little margin, and what to think about when deciding whether Coast FIRE or traditional FIRE makes sense for you. To go beyond the podcast: Interested in a Flat Fee Financial Planner? Go to https://biggerpocketsmoney.com/fipro/ Interested in Learning More About Buying a Franchise? Check out: biggerpocketsmoney.com/franzy Get 50% Off Your First Year of Monarch by using code ‘Pockets’: https://www.monarch.com/pockets Connect with Evan Lawler: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_financialfoundation/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@The_FinancialFoundation We believe financial independence is attainable for anyone no matter when or where you’re starting. Let’s get your financial house in order! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

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