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If You Retire at 55, Here’s What You Need to Know About Accessing Your 401(k)

Key Points With a 401(k), you could face an early withdrawal penalty for removing funds before turning 59 1/2. Under certain ...

I’m 55 and plan to retire in a few years, but have nothing saved — can I start saving now and still retire comfortably?

Imagine being 55 with no retirement savings and $10,000 in debt. That's obviously not a very comfortable place to be, ...

How much you really need to retire early — the math for 45, 50, and 55

Dreaming of an early exit from work? Here’s how to estimate your ideal corpus based on your age and lifestyle.
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I planned to retire by 55 — but my son has asked me to help pay for college. Should I just push off my plans?

Early retirement is a goal for many people, but is it worth leaving your child to pay their own way through college just to retire early? That’s the situation Derek is facing. He has been saving with ...
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I was set to retire early at 55 — until my daughter’s $100K tuition bill hit. Should I put my dream on hold?

I was set to retire early at 55 — until my daughter’s $100K tuition bill hit. Should I put my dream on hold? Early retirement ...