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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An Option Trading Strategy To Improve Your Returns
I’ve always loved tractors, and am the proud owner of a John Deere garden tractor. Since we’ve downsized and moved to the mountains, I don’t really need it anymore. So, […]
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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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Debt Free: When The Vision Becomes Reality
I wrote the biggest check of my life this week, and became debt free. As many of you know, we’ve been in the process of implementing a major downsizing […]
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Happy Birthday! I Brought You A Gift!
This week is The Retirement Manifesto’s Birthday! I’ve decided to give you a gift! On April 12, 2015 history was made. On April 11, there was no such thing […]
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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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How To Sell A House In 7 Days, For More Than Asking Price
On Feb 23, we accepted an offer on our “primary” home, as we implemented a major step in our downsizing strategy for retirement. The offer was higher than our asking […]
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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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