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Spent a lot of time using Investigate tab - spending level - at 95% - using both Constant Spending Rate and Bernicke RRP. That's how I arrived at the range. Does that make sense?

I've learned a lot on this forum over the years - so thank you very much for that. We've worked and saved all our lives and now at age 55 I feel like we are in a good spot - but can use some validation and encouragement to jump! DW and I are empty nesters with no debt and have always lived...

What do you win?

Looks like an Early Retirometer. I think you stick it somewhere and if the light turns green you are good to ER. Good luck with that!

Just because there is (or might be) a recession - doesn't mean you have to participate in it.

Why did it take 2 weeks to find out what was up. When I broke my ankle in March I was in surgery the day after I went to the emergency room. Interesting coincidence - I had just returned from a Phoenix / Sedona trip. Good luck with that.

FD - on 3/1 I did break my ankle - so I feel for you. On 4/15 I gave back my crutches and boot I was wearing. So 6 weeks is the deal. It was my left ankle so I was able to drive. I'm still limping around but ankle getting stronger everyday. I should be good for Over 40 baseball starting in...

Welcome Knockoutned, Maxing out on the KISS method I see. I think it is a great way to start. As your portfolio increases in value - and you get more knowledgable - you will most likely develop a more comprehensive approach. You have lots time. Good luck!

Not where I live. Would be very surprised if it was taxable anywhere - I suggest you check your local laws to be sure.

Welcome GWS - just in case there are some that don't know - do you care to clarify the meaning of FNG - and be careful! You've come to the right place if you want to learn - good luck!

Ssshhhh - don't give the government any ideas. Could be the fix for both healthcare and social security - all in one shot! BTW - thought the movie was pretty good back in the day.

Welcome aboard, The beautiful thing about becoming FI is you don't need good grades and you can be very lazy - as long as you pay yourself first and start early. Realizing this is half the battle - good luck on the execution part!

I need to prepare some prior year tax returns for friend - starting in 2004. Is anyone aware of where I can get free tax software for prior years/ I had the Taxcut software but lost it when computer crashed - doesn't have to be Taxcut - would prefer it though. Thanks

Days to go: Too many to count State of Mind: Jealous! Actually - congrats on the pending ER and good luck with that healthcare thing.

I do taxes for a few friends and family every year.