I would retire tomorrow, if I could afford to, and then travel the US and the world.
I’ve been in the aerospace industry since the 80’s, and in theory I should be on the cusp of calling it quits.
Unfortunately, I estimate about ten more years of this before I really can.
Even though I’ve made back most of my 401K value of the last 5 years, I lost that time.
I see people that are working, and probably should retire, but they’re hanging on to the bitter end to collect the maximum benefits.
Some have nothing else in their lives, some have reached this pinnacle in their career and their ego won’t let them leave, some have debts or children to put through college, and others could be just greedy, I guess.
I think if you have nothing of true value to add and there are others who could further their careers, then you should probably step aside. (not me be by the way, I’m content with my responsibilities and will be happy to leave before I become unproductive)
It’s a crap shoot in some ways, thinking/planning for that time of your life, and as Bill says if some life changing medical event comes along, then what was it all for?
Tough choices, no matter where you are coming from.
I didn't see a Crystal Ball in the classifieds thread, so I'll keep at this for the time being.
Last edited by Digger; 09-17-2013 at 05:53 PM.
Steelhead gear = $6287, no of adults caught = 3, amortized cost = $2,095.67, beaching that 30" fish and letting it go = priceless
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