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We have saved $7 million, and our round-the-world trip will cost $800K. We both had parents who died in their 60s, so we want to travel while we are "young."
Roger Whitney breaks down how to create a diversified portfolio by explaining the core principles of diversification and asset allocation, then answers listener questions on topics like using allocati...
We’ve all read the research about the “Go-go, slow-go and no-go” periods of retirement and decreased real-dollar spending as we age, but contrary to observed research, most decumulation strategies tod...
Tuesday, March 31 - Monday, April 06, 2026 Most Commented score comments title & link 182 128 comments Small adventures on the cheaper side 377 79 comments I've Been Retired For Three Years. It's Time...
Spring is here, but so are the bills. From HVAC tune-ups to surging travel costs, here are 6 hidden expenses retirees must plan for in 2026.
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We are looking to downsize from a 4500sf home. Naturally, that will mean giving up space, but we’re having a hard time prioritizing. Every room in our current home is spacious and we have lots of stor...
From JL: Turns out you can still travel, even with a kid. Who knew? Certainly not their detractors. For years they confidently said, “You can only travel as you do, and be FIRE’d, because you don’t ha...
Explore how meaningful travel experiences, storytelling, and thoughtful planning can enhance your retirement journey. In this episode, Roger answers listener questions on managing retirement accounts,...
I recently had a somewhat painful international travel experience. And it made me start thinking about the costs of private jet travel. The post The Calculus Behind Private Jet Services (Should You Bu...
Hi everyone! My husband and I were having a fun conversation about what to do with our RMD dollars when they start coming in (we are 5 years out so it’s just a fun question, not advice). We both love ...
After a colourful career in high-tech/telecoms, I realized it was time to retire when I was suddenly reporting to a 22 year old who knew less about technology than the cashier at a dollar store, place...
Occasionally, I head to the r/overseventy to get a dose of their wisdom. This smaller subreddit has some great discussions. This comment was in response to a popular post of someone fearing turning ol...
We retired last year at 67 with $3.1 million. My husband works two days a week, but it's interfering with the travel I want to plan. Help!
We retired with $4.6 million. Even so, our Medicare Advantage plan limits coverage when we travel or want to see a specialist. How can I convince my wife to switch?
Tuesday, February 24 - Monday, March 02, 2026 Most Commented score comments title & link 85 309 comments Choosing to continue to work: Reasons? 24 155 comments Have you/do you plan to downsize your ca...
The retirement mindset mentor George Jerjian explains how a second chance at life inspires him to help coach people into retirement. When George Jerjian was 52 years old, he was diagnosed with a bone ...
Retiring at 55 is not just retiring ten years earlier. It changes the entire math of your life. From 55 to 65, expenses are often at their highest. You are covering healthcare before Medicare, traveli...
Kind of a followup to my post about knowing when it's time to retire. I know a big thing people want to do more of when they retire is travel, but I'm also wondering about more of the everyday things....
International flights are averaging about 7% cheaper than a year ago and domestic economy airfares are also down.
We are 66 and have reached our retirement savings goal. Our plan is to travel, but my husband can't seem to let go of work.
Well, after working for the last 47 years, I can finally take a step back from the work force. Been working as a union carpenter as well as a hobbist investor amongst numerous other things. Money is n...
As the Retirement Plan Live case study continues, Roger Whitney helps Henry and Lucy articulate what they want their FIRE retirement to actually look like—starting with values, dreaming without constr...
I'm 71 and in good health, still active, still traveling, still playing golf twice a week, but a friend of mine had a fall last month that ended up being pretty serious and it got me thinking I should...
As the year comes to a close, Roger Whitney reflects on the power of words, walks through an important year-end tax planning reminder for retirees, shares listener stories and perspectives, and invite...
* in August 2027 - I picked an arbitrary date... It just hit me this past week - I've been working full time since I was 17, and I just turned 66. I've *literally* been employed (in the tech industry)...
Jeremy Keil explores 7 money moves you can consider before the new year to lower your taxes and keep more of your money in retirement. Every December, people scramble to finish holiday shopping, trave...
Steve spent more than two decades building video games, working with a team that felt more like family than coworkers. By all measures, he loved his work. But a heart attack in 2021 changed everything...
Most retirement advice quietly assumes you have a partner: two incomes, two Social Security checks, someone to split expenses with, someone to catch the slack if something goes wrong. But for singles,...
Retiring at 50 sounds bold, almost unthinkable for most people, but for Kent, it was the only decision that made sense once life, loss, and perspective pushed everything into focus. In this conversati...
It’s been a while, so let’s do another reader case, shall we? Hi Kristy and Bryce! At 53, I definitely don’t count as a Millennial. But my wife, who was born in 1980, just barely squeaks in, depending...
We're heading towards the end of another year but why is it that once again I never managed to get all my borders dug over and bulbs planted before the gardening season came to an abrupt end? Forever ...
Acquiring an electric vehicle has introduced me to various new concepts when it comes to driving. 'Range anxiety,' for instance, seems to be a phrase that crops up regularly. Progressing so suddenly f...
When I wrote about our trip to Portugal, I did say we were searching for inspiration for a recovery trip. On a whim and with a definite need to experience a little more European sunshine before winter...
Retiring soon. Looking for insights on my ability to retire, and things I haven’t considered — especially from women in similar life circumstances. I have 600K in mixed retirement accounts...
My wife and I (both retired, not working jobs) are strongly considering San Diego CA as our final living destination. Austin TX is just getting too hot, and it will only get worse. 8 months of summer,...
I’m not going to lie. It’s been a rough couple of days. After we finally got back on track with our son's stomach bug recovery, he caught another bug which affected his sleep so much, for ...
Planning to travel in retirement? In this episode, I sit down with Andrew Motiwalla from The Good Life Abroad to discuss how retirees can make the most of their travel experiences—without the st...
My wife and I plan to retire at the end of 2028. While we both have good paying jobs now, for most of our adult lives, we've been barely making it - raising children and living paycheck to paycheck. O...
In looking ahead, we would like to purchase and pay off a car that we will use primarily for long distance travel upon retiring. We have a lot of kids and a couple now are several states away, as well...
We are in our early 60s, healthy, in good shape and enjoy the outdoors. We are moderate hikers (3-6 miles). We also enjoy kayaking (noting too crazy), sightseeing and exploring new spots. We recently ...
We’ve always been enthusiastic travelers, but lately our desire to travel has diminished. It’s not that we can’t physically do it, and not that we can’t afford it, it’s m...
I read a thread a while back about which trips could be potentially physically challenging, and therefore should not be put off after retirement. I just retired this past June. We are now finishing ou...
Hitting the road for a retirement adventure with your pet? Check out these tips to keep your furry friend happy and safe on the journey!...
Whether traveling within the U.S. or internationally, retirees can find a perfect blend of relaxation and excitement in these destinations, all while staying within budget....
Andrew Motiwalla explains how to prepare for long-term travel and how to incorporate travel into your retirement plan....
I've done a lot of travel over the years but I am now looking for group tour offerings for solo travelers over 55. Something like Roads Scholar. Has anyone gone on trips that are specifically designed...
65F happily single, retired a year and a half. The dust has settled, I now see the forest amongst the trees and I’m very much enjoying life in my routine. But I get the itch to travel. Not far. ...
"Noctourism" is a new trend of building travel and vacations around events and plans that take place at night. Take a look at some inspiring noctourism ideas....
Travelling always involves an element of unpredictability, but when you travel with a child, that unpredictability goes into a whole new level. This happened to us recently, but not in the way you&rsq...