Has anyone thought about retiring right now? How much would it take you realistically to feel financially secure enough to do it? Age 55 and ready to be done.

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I am out 12/31. I am so looking forward to it!

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A1, mostly rental income from 2 houses

I feel your pain. Similar age. Similar fatigue.
For me, I need to have $5MM liquid and no debt.
Ways to go.

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I feel your pain . At least do something I enjoy for less money but has medical benefits. I’m thinking 2.5 M with no mortgage debt . 52 here and hope within 5-7 years after kids all done with college .

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Same. I am ready to be done - or at least find something more fulfilling to do. I live in a high cost of living city. I think $10M liquid investments minimum. Very close.

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