You’ve run the numbers, planned your finances, and dreamed of early retirement—but fear is still holding you back. You’re not alone! What if I run out of money? What about healthcare costs? Will I be bored? These fears are completely normal, and in this episode of Early Retirement Roadmap, I’ll help you tackle them head-on.
🌟 Here’s what you’ll learn: ✅ The #1 financial fear of early retirees—and how to overcome it 💸 ✅ How Monte Carlo simulations can give you confidence in your retirement plan 🔢 ✅ Why healthcare costs don’t have to be a dealbreaker 🏥 ✅ Eliminate debt for a stress-free retirement ✅ ✅ The secret to avoiding boredom and creating a fulfilling post-career life 🎨🌍 ✅ How to handle criticism from family & friends who don’t "get" early retirement 🤔
I’ll also share my personal experience retiring at 55 years old and how I knew for sure that I was ready.
👉 Links to Resources mentioned:
✅Article: Best Retirement Calculators
✅ Watch my video on all your healthcare options prior to Medicare or listen to the podcast
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🎥 When you’re not on the go, check out Mike’s Early Retirement Roadmap YouTube channel for more insights and inspiration. And for my real life stories and experience in early retirement, check out my Youtube channel Early Retired & Real.
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🚀 Your dream retirement is possible—don’t let fear hold you back!
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