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After retiring 6 months ago I've finally had a work dream (or nightmare I suppose). It was pretty vivid actually. For context, I was a team leader in IT, and in the last decade or so had been working ...
My husband and I are thinking of moving from our home in Devon, UK. We have been there for 22 years and in Devon for 40. I'm retiring from teaching next year at 59 and he has just reduced to part time...
Retiring at 59+. I'm 58 and "retirement adjacent." I feel lucky but wonder, for those retired or close, what do you do all day? I don't have many hobbies and am unsure about my next chapter. I work ou...
? Show Notes In this episode, Roger Whitney welcomes elder law expert Kathy McNair to discuss the often-overlooked but crucial topic of elder care, especially for those retiring solo. They explore wha...
Thinking about retiring early and worried it might hurt your Social Security benefits? Good news: it probably won’t. A common myth is that you have to work into your 60s to get the most out of S...
What if the fear of talking to a financial advisor is the very thing keeping you from retiring sooner and living the life you’ve always dreamed of? In this episode,…...
Daydreaming about retiring at 65? Use this checklist to see if you are ready....
Retiring at 66 and 10 months in 2026. How was downsizing handled? While many of our items hold memories I am working through getting rid of things, my husband on the other hand keeps thinking we may n...
I am considering retiring at somewhere between 59.5 and 62. I am considering the possibility of part time work. My full retirement age (FRA) is apparently at 67 and my maximum benefit would be at age ...
Can I retire at 55? It’s a common question for Americans seeking more freedom in their prime. Retiring five to ten years before traditional retirement age can offer big benefits, but it also bri...
Retiring early isn’t just about saving more, it’s about planning for the retirement expenses most people forget. Many think they’ve nailed the numbers, but it’s the overlooked ...
My bosses have known I’m retiring for over a year. They’ve known the exact date (Aug 1) for at least six months. I told them they should probably have someone hired by June 1 for training ...
More Americans are retiring abroad in search of lower costs and less toxic politics. Here are recommended spots around the world, based on quality of life, healthcare, and how welcoming they are to U....
Retiring at 58+ in sixteen working days. What did you do to celebrate? My department is pretty big. Almost 400 if i count spouses. What did you do to celebrate? At first I'm thinking of meeting at a b...
Retirement in 10 years? Here are the top 15 things people retiring now wish they'd done earlier. The post Retirement in 10 Years or More? Here’s What Boldin Subscribers Wish They Had Done appear...
I'll be retiring at 67, in about 643 days (not that I'm counting). I wondering how does one access the 401K funds for monthly living, as Social Security will not cover everything. Do you take a large ...
Retiring at 59+. Probably 62. Want to see if people can pick apart my logic in constructing my different accounts. Thanks ahead of time! Work retirement accounts / 401Ks: Target dates set for right ar...
Tuesday, July 01 - Monday, July 07, 2025 Most Commented score comments title & link 153 367 comments Upon retiring, any unexpected expenses? Top Comments score comment 39 /u/ThisIsAbuse said My fr...
Retiring early is still one of the smartest moves I’ve made. But even years later, new challenges keep showing up, ones no one really talks about. In my earlier article “The Negative Reali...
Retiring at 58+ in about 35 days on a defined benefit pension and deferred comp. Will start taking SocSec at 62!! To avoid a big repair later when "fixed income" is in full effect, I've been toying wi...
Retiring this year at 60+. I am considering stopping all dividend reinvestments to my IRA(s) and other investments, instead, having a check sent to the house to supplement a small pension. I am unsure...
FROM THE ARTICLE. Retiring Abroad Isn’t as Hard as You Think — Here Are 4 Ways to Do It. Permanent residency is one option, but other routes to an expat life can be more flexible and affor...
Hi everyone! I'm new here and really happy to join this community. I'm not from the U.S., but I’ve always been curious about retirement life here. What surprised you the most after retiring? Was...
Retiring early has been the plan since I was a teenager. I wanted freedom, control over my time, and the chance to be present for kids I didn’t even have yet. So I built a plan, stuck to it, and...
I will be retiring this year. Planning to come back as a part-time substitute and keep my income under 22,000. My thought, is if I have the majority of that money go into my 403 B from a salary reduct...
Surprise! Fritz here. I know I said I was retiring from full-time blogging, but we’ve just started a two-month home expansion project (a 700 sq ft addition), and our house […] The post My...
Most information I see regarding the period before retirement focuses on finances. One thing I don’t think that gets talked about a lot is what life looks like those 5 -10 years before retiring,...
Retiring at 65, and I have some questions about when to retire and when to apply for Social Security. The Facts are: I turn 65 on a Saturday. My employer's pay period ends the next day. I am thinking ...
I'm retiring on September 30, 2025. If I select September as the month of election, my income for that month will exceed the $1950 limit resulting in no payment due in October. Since I won't have any ...
I am 58, retiring at 60. Have been deep down the rabbit hole on Roth conversions as I am 75% (1.4M) deferred, plus another 450K inherited IRA....got on the Roth accounts late, and was high income. I u...
I had told my manager that I would be retiring this year when he let me know I was not getting a raise since my salary is at the maximum they pay. I was angry and said well I won't be here anyway. I a...
In this episode, Ari and James explore the emotional and practical sides of retiring—specifically, how to have the conversation that officially ends your career. Whether you're months away or ye...
My husband is retiring at the end of June at the age of 60. I’ll be following next February when I turn 60. I would really like to get him a gift to celebrate this milestone, especially since I ...
Are you retiring and thinking of moving to be near the younger generations? Here's why you may want to think again....
I (60M) am getting close to retirement. The years are slipping by more quickly now. I like working - adding value and being mentally challenged. I don’t see myself fully retiring and am thinking...
Current have 300k in a 401, part Roth, part regular, and a small amount in an IRA. I'll be retiring in 18 months at 67. Should I keep the money in the 401 when I retire, move it to the IRA, or do some...
Warren Buffett is finally retiring. After decades of shaping the financial world, the man who turned patience into billions is stepping down. Love him or not, there’s no denying the weight of th...
I have the opportunity of retiring at 62 and working three days a week ( currently 57). The other option is to just work full time and retire at 60. Both options would allow me to have to have the sam...
Retiring before 59.5? Discover how to make penalty free withdrawals from your retirement accounts to help fund your early retirement. The post Early Retirement Withdrawals: 5 Ways to Take Penalty-Free...
If you're retiring in the next five years, your to-do list should contain some financial planning and, according to current retirees, a few life goals, too....
retiring at 59+ Basically, my question is, concerning losses in the 401k, people say its only a loss if you sell. But when i go to retire, if the market is still down, is that going to be a loss? In o...
While some people think they should wait until they're 65 or older to retire, retiring at 59½ could be one of the best decisions for your quality of life....
Looking for opinions on what to do with the money. I am the higher earner of the 2 of us, aged 57, spouse is retiring as a teacher at 56. Getting about 250K lump sum in exchange for a lower COLA incre...
I'm retiring soon and starting to clean up my work computer. I realized I have personal files saved on two separate dropbox accounts, one of which is tied to my work email address. I want to combine t...
If you’re within five years of retiring, either before or after, you’re at your most vulnerable financially. Here are steps to weather the volatility....
Tuesday, March 25 - Monday, March 31, 2025 Most Commented score comments title & link 2,181 451 comments The night before my last day before retiring 55 149 comments Choosing not to retire when th...
I’m 3 months away from retiring at 59.5. Can’t wait, but feel I need to stick it out until then so can be on COBRA for 1.5 years then start private insurance at start of 2027. (also waitin...
Hubby is retiring at end of this year. Me, well I'm still figuring it out. The big issue for us is medical coverage for the 2.5 years before we hit 65. I went to ACA site to *try* and see how much I c...
If you're dreaming of retiring early, here's what you can learn from others who've successfully accomplished that goal....
Retiring early sounds amazing until you realize everything is getting more expensive. Some people panic, convinced inflation makes early retirement impossible. That thinking is wrong. It’s not i...