Frugal Living and Property Investing: How This Palmerston North Couple Retired in Their 30s for More Family Time

Palmerston North, New Zealand – Retiring early is a dream for many, but it’s a reality for one couple in Palmerston North, New Zealand. Aleisha Rutherford and her husband Liam accomplished what most people don’t achieve until their 60s – retiring in their early 30s. They credit their success to a combination of property investing and frugal living. Rutherford, a former deputy mayor of Palmerston North, shared that the idea of early retirement had caught …

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Retirement Planning: Maximizing Social Security Benefits vs. Saving and Investing for Financial Stability

Tampa, Florida – Many retirees may be able to live comfortably on their Social Security benefits alone, particularly if they are eligible for the maximum benefit of $4,873 per month in 2024. Despite common advice to not rely solely on Social Security, high earners in particular may find this benefit to be adequate if they are used to a certain lifestyle. However, the majority of Social Security recipients will not be eligible for the maximum …

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