Early Retirement -- The Canadian Way

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Here's an interesting story about a 34-year-old Canadian man who was able to retire early.

http://www.globeinvestor.com/servlet...50212/STMAIN12

From the article:

It's not as hard as you think, Mr. Foster says. First, you have to build a nest egg -- a few hundred thousand dollars ought to suffice -- and make certain lifestyle choices, such as living in a small town where real estate is relatively inexpensive. It's also important to structure your finances to minimize taxes and maximize your eligibility for government assistance.

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