I have been studying, reading, and lurking here for about 6 months. I am 57, and planned to retire at 55, when I could first take my pension from a large Oil refining company.
The information I have gotten here has given me encouragement, and I hope to pull the trigger in 2007.
For me I think it is more about the uncertainty of the next life phase than the financial. Pretty sure that pension + 4% withdrawal from Ira & investments will allow me to meet or exceed current standard of living.
Concerned about the mental side of the life change. Sure do enjoy the boards.
The information I have gotten here has given me encouragement, and I hope to pull the trigger in 2007.
For me I think it is more about the uncertainty of the next life phase than the financial. Pretty sure that pension + 4% withdrawal from Ira & investments will allow me to meet or exceed current standard of living.
Concerned about the mental side of the life change. Sure do enjoy the boards.