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Hello - I’ve really tried to make this short but without success. I hope you’ll read it. I would love suggestions. Hello - I’ve read similar posts but nothing yet that addresses my unique situation so...
Hi, r/retirement. A couple times previously, I've tapped this community to report and write articles for USA TODAY about how Americans experience retirement. (Thank you!) Now, I want to reach out with...
I retired 2.5 years ago from a company. Immediately, my income went up. My current income is made up of a pension from a previous government career; income from commercial rental property; and deferre...
Retirement isn't just about leaving your career; it's about learning how to navigate one of life's biggest transitions with confidence and resilience. As part of our "Freedom After 50" series, best-se...
FIRE is ultimately about being set for life. You build a portfolio big enough to cover your expenses, and then your one job is to not blow it up. But here's the tension worth talking more about. The m...
Women are often more consistent retirement savers than men, according to Vanguard’s How America Saves 2026 report. They participate in 401(k) plans at higher rates and frequently save a larger percent...
David Conti has spent decades writing about retirement, Social Security, Medicare, and personal finance. After helping others prepare for retirement throughout his career—including his time at Fidelit...
I retired last spring at 62. My wife had already stepped back from her job the year before. We had saved, we had a plan, but the number that kept me awake was $1,280. That was the monthly quote for a ...
You're supposed to slow down in retirement, but many do the exact opposite. Here is why treating retirement like a full-time job is a big mistake, and what you can do instead.
About 9 months ago I decided that July 1st would be MY independence day. Technically it is July 3rd, but that is a holiday and I managed one last PTO day on the 2nd! I've been planning for many years,...
After working for 27 years for the same organization, I found out in late April that my job was being eliminated as of July 1st (a story for another post) I am 64, divorced with two grown children. My...
My last day was Friday, and this is the first weekend in which I don’t have to cram every chore and errand into these two days. I’m also ignoring the Sunday scaries, because Mondays no longer exist. T...
Most of us take the safe road. We go to college, get a job, and spend the next 30 years hoping our employer doesn't one day decide we're suddenly redundant. I know this path well because I walked it f...
In the back half of my career, the questions of when and how to transition into the “post-primary career” phase grow more prominent daily. The post How I’m Thinking About Retirement appeared first on ...
I am 63 and married for 30 years - husband is 67 and retired from corporate 2+ years ago. We are financially sound - our FA says we are in great shape with nothing to worry about and that I can retire...
Most people spend decades preparing financially for retirement. They contribute to retirement accounts, pay down debt, evaluate Social Security strategies, and work with advisors to make sure their sa...
Here are two perspectives on the personal risk that physicians face during their careers, highlighting some of the key hazards. The post Property and Casualty Risks Could Cost You Millions If You Igno...
For someone whose career revolves around keeping other people’s vitals in check, we physicians often drop the ball when it ... Read more
I’ve had three bookkeeping clients for years. I work about three days a week and it’s enough to pay my bills. In April I told one of my clients I was planning to retire in May. Two weeks ago, I actual...
I turn 65 in November. Up until last November I was married to a retired LEO. He was an alcoholic and life was miserable and I could not fathom retiring. He died in November and it took 6 mos to get a...
I'm not retired yet - within the year though. I'm currently recovering from surgery and while my activities are limited, I definitely see the advantages of having much more free time. But it might be ...
Any thoughts or advice would be appreciated. I'm 59½ years old. I've worked and saved for decades and am fortunate to be in a very strong financial position. My total portfolio is about $2.6 million, ...
You spent decades mastering your career, hobbies and savings. Now comes the hard part: learning how to be a novice all over again.
When it comes to retirement savings, Roth IRAs are among the most powerful tools for achieving tax diversification and financial flexibility. Knowing how and when to tap into your Roth IRA can make a ...
My spouse retired earlier this year primarily due to health concerns. He’s taking his SS early at 64 and will be eligible for a small pension at the end of this year. I’m still working a job that does...
Financial Assessment (Meet with an experienced professional): https://bit.ly/PureFreeAssessment Today on Your Money, Your Wealth® podcast number 582, Joe Anderson, CFP® and Big Al Clopine, CPA address...
Italy lets workers retire after 40 years on the job. That's not early retirement — it's retirement justice. America should learn from it.
"Just one more year, to be safe." I've heard that sentence more times than almost any other in my career. One year becomes two, two becomes five. By the time they finally retire, something has shifted...
Beyond their iconic pitch rivalry, Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo share a surprisingly similar outlook on life. Here are 10 quotes that define their legendary careers.
I planned to retire 3/30/2027. Today, I was told I am going to be laid off. However because I've been a great performer for so many years, I can choose whether I get laid off October 2026 or Feb 2027....
I've been lurking here for some time now. I'll be 68 in just a few months and for the past few years have gone on YouTube and some of the other retirement subreddits to figure out if my money would la...
Norman Calvo explains how he found a third act in retirement by going against the norm and choosing adventure instead of a typical retirement. https://youtu.be/81atmTUjBWE One of the questions I ask p...
While many retirees keep a job for the social and physical benefits, many are working out of financial necessity. Is working in retirement right for you?
A story from Fortune rudely assaulted my news feed recently. The title of it is big and scary: WHOAHH! Everything I know is a LIE! I NEED to find another job! NOW!!! Haha. No. The article referenced a...
You'll likely be earning the most in the last few years of your career. That's when to start planning how to generate income over 20 to 30 years of retirement.
If The Pitt’s chief attending has you rethinking the daily grind, it might be time to plan a strategic career pause — before you call it quits for good.
I took a job about 400 miles away from my family some 24 yrs ago. And last year i retired at 65. My parents have passed so its me, my sister and her 2 daughters. Ive never really been close with her 2...
John Q. Taxpayer is in the home stretch of his career, looking for the best way to catch-up and build his tax-free bucket. Meanwhile, a pair of young financial nerds in Omaha are already strong savers...
Today on Your Money, Your Wealth podcast 562 (an encore of episode 513), Joe Anderson, CFP® and Big Al Clopine, CPA spitball for YMYW listeners in their 40s who are ready to call it quits at work, bec...
Whether you're starting your career or nearing retirement, thinking critically about your financial outlook now will help you avoid costly errors in future.
One of the most fortunate events of my life was my first job after college at the Center for Retirement Research at Boston College (CRR). Not because of the salary — I think I earned less than $40K. W...
It's easy to lose track of spending when you're focused on your family and career. But this is what you're risking when you don't save or protect your income.
A good friend of mine has a retired sister who met someone on a trip, fell madly in love, got engaged, put her house on the market, and moved out of state to join her fiance in Colorado. A couple week...
Roger Whitney continues the decluttering series by focusing on the hidden challenges that keep people stuck. Rather than treating decluttering as a massive life overhaul, he explains how perfectionism...
Financial Assessment (Meet with an experienced professional): https://bit.ly/PureFreeAssessment Today on Your Money, Your Wealth® podcast number 582, Joe Anderson, CFP® and Big Al Clopine, CPA address...
You may think you'll pay less in taxes once you retire, but taxable withdrawals and Social Security can keep your tax bill as high as it was during your career.
Female 74 years. Currently in terrific 12 year Exec Admin job that I love with no uncomfortable pressures or downsides. Married but only legally- no real partnership or companionship, but we do share ...
I don't really want to go back to work yet. But there is a contractual position - if I take it and succeed for 3 to 6 months, we can boost our retirement finances substantially. However, I have anxiet...
Tuesday, May 05 - Monday, May 11, 2026 Most Commented score comments title & link 28 126 comments Question about paying off mortgage. Advice appreciated. 86 47 comments Soon to enter Retirement Phase ...
Thinking of unretiring? Before you decide to return to work, make sure you know the answers to these critical questions.