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Retired Early and Sold Our House; Traveling the World in Our 50s
Business Insider • • technology
Key Points:
- After a health scare in 2021, a couple in Arizona reevaluated their retirement plans, realizing that "later" is not guaranteed and deciding to prioritize travel and experiences over maintaining a large home.
- They retired early in their 50s, sold their house and business, and began traveling full-time, living in various countries and enjoying extended stays rather than short vacations.
- To balance travel with family connections and finances, they purchased a condo in Arizona to use as a home base and rent out on Airbnb while away.
- Although they miss being close to family, the couple values the freedom and control over their time that early retirement and full-time travel have given them.
- Reflecting on their journey, they cherish their past life raising their daughters but emphasize that the key decision was choosing not to delay pursuing their dreams.
