Ever since I started saving for retirement in 1999, I’ve been a proponent of tax-deferred retirement vehicles like the 401(k) and skeptical of tax-now vehicles like the Roth […]
A Net Worth Equal To 25X Expenses Is Not Enough To Retire Early
Being financially independent means having enough passive income to cover your essential or desired living expenses. A common guideline is to aim for a net worth equal to […]
The Power Of Losing: How Setbacks Can Lead To Success
One reason many people shy away from competition is that they dislike losing. With often only one winner, the sting of defeat can feel too humiliating. When people […]
Wine and Whiskey: Investing for Enjoyment and Diversification
Investing in alternative assets has become an increasingly popular way to diversify beyond traditional stocks and bonds. Wine and whiskey, in particular, are gaining traction due to their […]
An 80/20 Stock-Heavy Portfolio In Retirement Might Be Ideal
This guest post is by Vaughn, a long-time Financial Samurai reader who retired at 44 and is now 55. Vaughn’s early retirement was driven by necessity rather than […]
A Severance Package Is The Ultimate Catalyst For Early Retirement
Retiring early with a severance package is one of the smartest ways to leave the corporate world. Walking away without trying to secure one could leave tens of […]