Former CEO who accidentally retired at the age of 36. I share insights on FIRE, enjoying life, and personal growth at http://accidentallyretired.com
Cash Management in Early Retirement
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Cash management in early retirement has turned out to be a rather stressful endeavor. When I first negotiated my severance and left corporate America, it was easy to know that I still had money coming in for a while. But eventually, the gravy train runs dry, and then I was left figuring out an action plan. For those who have never withdrawn from their portfolios, it can get complicated fast when trying to determine the best approach for selling, managing capital gains, taxes, estimating dividends, and figuring out which assets to sell, etc. At the end of the day, we all want to sleep easily at night, but to do that, you need a solid plan. Read the rest of the article at Accidentally Retired***** AR Recommends
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Accidentally Retired
Former CEO who accidentally retired at the age of 36. I share insights on FIRE, enjoying life, and personal growth at http://accidentallyretired.com
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