I was an MD at a big bank, and I retired early. Real happiness came from buying my freedom, not an expensive watch.

Former investment banker Eric Sim, 55, says people should use their money to buy freedom, not to impress others.

I couldn't afford to take a gap year in college. So at 53, I retired early and did exactly that.

Kelly Benthall went to college in Texas and always felt a little out of place. A year of slow travel after retiring early ...

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How To Retire Early

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13 Reasons Early Retirement Sounds Great (But Isn’t For Everyone)

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