HammerDown
Confused about dryer sheets
Hi 
I have been lurking here on the forum for a year or 2 but haven't posted until now. I found the FIRE concept interesting a few years ago after reading a few books and have since listened to hours of podcasts related to finance. I didn't realize I was already living a relatively frugal life and how much my ex and I had saved until our 3 kids were in college and we were no longer supporting them. We started investing 15-20% of income in early 20's and have been relatively consistent.
Recently divorced
54 years old, with just over $1.1M invested in 95% equities including around $100K in TSLA depending on the day
. I bought early, sold some but plan to keep the remainder for a while longer
. Not quite debt free but savoring the low interest rates on the house that I've lived in for 25 years.
I am ready to pull the retirement card but still paying the ex and I don't feel I have enough cash
on hand without concern of market fluctuations. I am also looking to travel for a few years to determine where (internationally, VLCOL area) I may want to live and explore while still young and healthy.
Die with Zero, Alive are some great books!
It's difficult to find others (in person) with similar views on finances, travel, healthy living, etc.
I plan to pull the trigger and stop w*rking in the next 1-2 years. I appreciate everything that is shared on the forum and for all the teaching and education everyone here provides to those of us still trying to find our freedom! Thank you!

I have been lurking here on the forum for a year or 2 but haven't posted until now. I found the FIRE concept interesting a few years ago after reading a few books and have since listened to hours of podcasts related to finance. I didn't realize I was already living a relatively frugal life and how much my ex and I had saved until our 3 kids were in college and we were no longer supporting them. We started investing 15-20% of income in early 20's and have been relatively consistent.
Recently divorced


I am ready to pull the retirement card but still paying the ex and I don't feel I have enough cash

Die with Zero, Alive are some great books!
It's difficult to find others (in person) with similar views on finances, travel, healthy living, etc.
I plan to pull the trigger and stop w*rking in the next 1-2 years. I appreciate everything that is shared on the forum and for all the teaching and education everyone here provides to those of us still trying to find our freedom! Thank you!
