EP. 2 - How to Avoid These: 2 EARLY RETIREMENT Roadblocks | Protection USA
Welcome to Retire Strong and Fearless, where we explore the path to early retirement and help you overcome the two main obstacles that might be standing in your way. In this episode, your Host, Rich Strehl, helps you reveal these hurdles and provide practical strategies to prevent them from derailing your dreams.
1. Passion or Ambition?
For many, the idea of retiring early seems like a distant dream. Some love their jobs so much they can't imagine leaving, while others might not have ambitious retirement plans. With a life expectancy of around 78, there's so much to experience when you're not tied to work. We discuss the importance of seizing this opportunity to explore new horizons, family, and personal fulfillment. Is there a valid reason why you're not ambitious about retiring?
2. Financial Fears
Financial concerns are a major roadblock to early retirement. Many worry they won't have enough money to retire comfortably, and the statistics support their concerns. We delve into the anxiety around running out of money and how you can address it. Learn about the shocking statistics and explore strategies like increasing savings, maximizing your 401(k), and cutting unnecessary expenses.
Good News for Some
The good news is, you might need less than you think to retire early. We guide you through a simple exercise to figure out your retirement expenses and use the Rule of 17 to determine your retirement number. It's never too early to start planning, and we emphasize that now is the perfect time to create a plan that suits your goals and lifestyle.
As we wrap up, we briefly touch on the Rule of 17, a tool that can give you the confidence to make your retirement dreams a reality. For a deeper dive into this concept, be sure to check out our video. Until next time, may God bless you on your journey to early retirement.
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Disclaimer: Rich Strehl was a licensed financial planner from 2007 - 2014. By design, he no longer carries this license. He is a licensed insurance agent with a lot of strategies, insight and ideas. Our videos are for entertainment purposes only. The information presented should not be construed as financial, tax or legal advice. Always do your own due diligence.