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Bank It or Plank It: Financial Bingo
Well-Being @ Work Community | Last Active: Nov 15, 2018 | Replies (71)Comment receiving replies
Once I started full time at Mayo Clinic my dad advised me to start investing for my retirement while I was young. That way I would have funds built up and wouldn't have to work until I was 70 or older. Maybe I would be able to retire a little earlier than people my age. Currently I am on track to do that and retire at the age of 60. Now will I do that, it all depends at where I'm at in life but it is great knowing that I have that capability and not be stressed about it.
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My grandfather told me to pay yourself first and you will be repaid with security and freedom when you want it most. At 19 yrs old, I took his advice and set up an investment account and contributed to workplace savings options. At the time, my goal was to retire well before I am 65 years old. I enjoy what I do and I like to work so instead of retiring I might consider working less. I may or may not do that but it is a good feeling knowing I will have the option.