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The 7 Levels of Financial Freedom: How to Build Wealth That Buys Time, Not Just Things
Oct 19, 2025

The 7 Levels of Financial Freedom: How to Build Wealth That Buys Time, Not Just Things

Author Grant Sabatier’s simple roadmap reframes retirement as a journey toward independence – one level at a time

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Why Retirees Need Bigger Emergency Savings Than They Think
Oct 12, 2025

Why Retirees Need Bigger Emergency Savings Than They Think

Experts say the old “3–6 month rule” isn’t enough - here’s how much cash retirees really need for peace of mind

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Why Healthy Lifestyles Go Hand in Hand with Retirement Savings
Oct 05, 2025

Why Healthy Lifestyles Go Hand in Hand with Retirement Savings

A Manulife survey shows that diet, exercise, and disciplined money habits often travel together — but insurance and caregiving gaps remain a big risk.

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Can You Really Retire Early on $65K a Year? The Truth About FIRE in 2025
Sep 29, 2025

Can You Really Retire Early on $65K a Year? The Truth About FIRE in 2025

The movement that once championed frugality now faces rising costs — but financial independence may still be within reach for everyday earners.

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Can You Still Trust the 4% Rule in 2025?
Sep 22, 2025

Can You Still Trust the 4% Rule in 2025?

Why retirees might need a reality check on “safe withdrawal rates”

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How to Enjoy Big Gains Without a Big Tax Bill at 58
Sep 15, 2025

How to Enjoy Big Gains Without a Big Tax Bill at 58

Just sold high but dreading taxes? Smart moves to protect gains, reduce tax pain, and balance risk before retirement

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The Retirement Red Zone: Why the 5 Years Before—and After—Retiring Are the Make-It-or-Break-It Moment
Sep 08, 2025

The Retirement Red Zone: Why the 5 Years Before—and After—Retiring Are the Make-It-or-Break-It Moment

Mastering the red zone is less about luck and more about timing, pacing and defensive choices.

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The Gen Z Retirement Reality Check: Why 70% Have No Plan (And What L-Plate Retirees Can Learn)
Sep 01, 2025

The Gen Z Retirement Reality Check: Why 70% Have No Plan (And What L-Plate Retirees Can Learn)

How Generational Confidence Without Planning Creates Opportunities for Wisdom Sharing

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7 Retirement Planning Sins You Need to Unlearn Right Now
Aug 25, 2025

7 Retirement Planning Sins You Need to Unlearn Right Now

Why 90s Retirement Strategies Can Quietly Ruin Your Future Today

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Are You Addicted to Saving Money? Why This 'Smart' Habit Can Backfire
Aug 18, 2025

Are You Addicted to Saving Money? Why This 'Smart' Habit Can Backfire

How Saving Obsession Traps You in a Scarcity Mindset (And What to Do About It)

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Want to Retire in Your 50s? Here's Your Complete 6-Step Roadmap
Aug 11, 2025

Want to Retire in Your 50s? Here's Your Complete 6-Step Roadmap

The Realistic Guide to Early Retirement (Including the Math You Need to Know)

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Why You Should Aim to Retire Early (Even If You Completely Fail)
Aug 04, 2025

Why You Should Aim to Retire Early (Even If You Completely Fail)

How One Woman Retired at 40 With $300K Debt and Why 'Failure' Still Wins

Because Retirement Doesn’t Come With A Manual

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Because Retirement Doesn’t Come With A Manual

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