Want to retire early? Here’s the 1 withdrawal strategy that actually works in the US — nail down your ‘forever income stream' now

When you stop working years before most people, you’re not just retiring early — you’re signing up for an unusually long ...

These 3 Pieces of Early Retirement Advice Are Overrated — Here’s Why

Early retirement sounds amazing, but not all the popular advice out there will actually help you get there. In a YouTube ...

7 Signs You’re Ready to Retire Early

Retirement can be financially and emotionally challenging. Here are seven signs that you are ready to stop working, plus tips ...

Need a Reason to Retire Early? Consider These Eye-Opening Stats

The majority of people retire early, leaving the workforce before reaching their full retirement age (FRA). Maybe you should, ...

Are you ready to retire early? See how your 401(k) compares to others in their 40s and 50s

Reaching middle age is a major milestone, especially when it comes with the satisfaction of having achieved important goals ...

Is $1.5 Million Enough for Early Retirement? What It Can Buy and Where It Falls Short

While many Americans think $1.5 million is the goal for retirement savings, the reality is that this much money just doesn’t ...

I decided to retire early in Guatemala. I'm only getting half my pension, but the lower cost of healthcare makes it worth it.

Ron Podmore, a teacher, fell in love with Central America. He decided to retire in Guatemala at 56 and says healthcare costs ...
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How to start preparing early for retirement

Retirement may feel like a distant milestone, but the choices you make today shape the freedom and comfort you’ll enjoy tomorrow. Starting early allows you to harness the power of time, make informed ...

Social Security Retirees Face Unexpected Downside of Early Retirement

Of course, one way an early claim could shrink your checks is if you claim benefits before age 70. Doing so reduces your monthly Social Security income, either because you get hit with early filing ...