Financial independence calculators allow us to understand the path we’re on—so we can either feel good about proceeding, or get on a different one. So, using the new features we added to the 2025 Wealth Planner, we’ll explore all the considerations that might impact your own projections—from temporary expenses you won’t need to support forever (like childcare) to future pension income that’ll lower your investment needs.  💰 JOIN THE 2025 WEALTH PLANNER WAITLIST FOR 25% OFF AT LAUNCH. Listening after the Wealth Planner launch? Use MWKSHOW for 10% off. Transcripts, show notes, production credits, and more can be found at: https://moneywithkatie.com/fi-timeline. Money with Katie’s mission is to be the intersection where the economic, cultural, and political meet the tactical, practical, personal finance education everyone needs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices