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Old 10-27-2009, 11:22 AM   #1
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Just joined. I am 53 years old, married with two kids in college. Looking to be financially independent by time my kids are out of school (2012). Not clear yet as to whether I retire when I become financially independent, or semi-retire and do something that interests me in line with my personal interests, with money being a secondary consideration. While not an expert, in last ten years I have adopted many of the the principals outlined in the book "The millionaire next door", which I would strongly recommend as a frame of reference in trying to develop a personal financial plan for retirement. Look forward to trying to give good advise in forums. Also hope to make a few friends out there, that I can bounce ideas off, and look to for advise from time to time.
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Old 10-27-2009, 11:32 AM   #2
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Welcome to the boards. I have found this a good place to "make a few friends, bounce ideas off, and look for advice." I learn things all the time that I didn't even know I wanted to learn

Looks like you will have a pleasant predicament in 2012, deciding what to do once you're financially independent. Yay!
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Old 10-27-2009, 11:35 AM   #3
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Thank you for saying hello. As a new member, might I bother you with what might seem a stupid question -- what does FIRE and LBYM mean ? Thanks
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Old 10-27-2009, 11:44 AM   #4
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Generally speaking, they mean:

LBYM: live below your means
FIRE: financially independent, retire early

Go here for more info--

http://www.early-retirement.org/foru...rum-34884.html
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Old 10-27-2009, 11:46 AM   #5
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Welcome QMAN from an AZ neighbor.

FIRE Financial Independence Retired Early
LBYM Live Beneath Your Means

Both simple terms for your lifestyle now!
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Old 10-27-2009, 11:50 AM   #6
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thanks. Pretty obvious. not sure why I missed it.

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Welcome QMAN from an AZ neighbor.

FIRE Financial Independence Retired Early
LBYM Live Beneath Your Means

Both simple terms for your lifestyle now!
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Old 10-27-2009, 11:57 AM   #7
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Old 10-27-2009, 07:24 PM   #10
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Welcome ! This forum is loaded with Millionaire next door types !
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Old 10-28-2009, 07:03 AM   #11
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