Retirement calculators are a popular topic, and for good reason. They’re one of the best ways to monitor whether you’re “on track” for retirement, and many of them are free. […]
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Category: Retirement State of Mind
A Life Lesson Worth Sharing
Sometimes I start writing with a particular thought in mind, only to find myself serendipitously heading in a different direction. It’s one of the things I love about writing, and […]
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Our Journey In The Red Zone (A True Story)
Today’s article comes from a faithful reader, Bert, who achieved early retirement on April 29! His article focuses on his journey through “The Red Zone”, and specific steps he’s taken […]
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5 Reasons Why Retirement Is Hard
“Retirement Is Hard” “Retirement Is Hard” is the working title to a Doctorate thesis I’m currently working on. It’s a non-traditional doctorate program. First, it’s an online program. Next, it’s […]
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Retirement: The First 90 Days (A True Story)
A friend of mine retired 90 days ago. You may remember him – he wrote this article last November about the steps he had taken to position himself for early retirement. […]
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Can They Retire? A Real Case Study
Can They Retire at 55? How Much Will They Be Able To Spend? Will They Run Out Of Money? A reader contacted me this week with their detailed scenario, and […]
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5 Steps To Take Within 5 Years Of Retirement
Have you entered, or are close to entering, “The Red Zone” of retirement? The 5 years prior to retirement are among the most important of your retirement planning. I’m well […]
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Sometimes, You Just Have To Take A Break
Have you ever run a marathon? I did, once (just to see what it feels like to run 26.2 miles!). After the 26.2 mile run, I needed to take a […]
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7 Ways Hiking Is Like Planning For Retirement
Last week, I “helped” a newly retired friend. He’s preparing for a 5 month hike from Mexico to Canada on the Pacific Crest Trail, a 2,663 mile trek he’ll be […]
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Your Plan Is Wrong. Plan Anyway.
Have you ever thought you were heading in one direction, only to have plans change? How did you react? Having a plan brings tremendous benefit, even if the plan changes. […]
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